Facebook Cover Maker
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Facebook Cover Photo Size — Full Specs
Facebook displays cover photos at different sizes depending on the device and account type. The recommended upload size is 851×315 pixels — this is what this tool exports. On desktop browsers, Facebook renders the cover at 820×312px from your upload. On mobile, it crops to approximately 640×360px, showing the center of your image.
| Context | Display Size | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Recommended upload | 851×315px | Use this — what this tool exports |
| Desktop display | 820×312px | Slight crop from upload size |
| Mobile display | 640×360px | Center crop of your image |
| Max file size | 100MB | Keep under 1MB for best quality after FB compression |
| Accepted formats | JPG, PNG | JPG for photos, PNG for graphics/text |
| Minimum size | 400×150px | Avoid — looks blurry on modern screens |
Designing at 851×315px and centering key content ensures your cover looks correct on both desktop and mobile. Avoid placing logos or text in the bottom-left corner (profile photo area) or extreme edges.
Profile Cover vs Page Cover — Key Differences
Facebook cover photos work slightly differently depending on whether you are customizing a personal profile or a business/creator Page. The main difference is where the profile picture appears — this affects which areas of your cover photo are partially blocked.
Personal Profile
- • Profile photo: bottom-left corner
- • Safe zone: upper-right and center
- • Name appears bottom-left below profile photo
- • Update via: Profile → hover cover → Update cover photo
Facebook Page
- • Profile photo: bottom-center (slightly left)
- • Safe zone: upper area and right side
- • Page name appears bottom-left
- • Update via: Page → hover cover → Change cover
Facebook Cover Photo Ideas by Page Type
Business & Brand Pages
Feature your current product, promotion, or seasonal campaign. Include your tagline and website URL. Update the cover whenever you run a new campaign — an outdated cover signals a neglected page. Keep branding consistent with your logo colors.
Personal Profiles
Travel photos, hobby shots, family moments, or a motivational quote that represents you. Avoid stock photos — authenticity performs better on personal profiles. Change seasonally or after major life events.
Events & Launches
Display event name, date, and time prominently in the upper-center area. Use bold, high-contrast fonts. Add a brief CTA ("Register Now", "Tickets Available"). This turns your cover into a free advertisement for anyone visiting the page.
Non-profits & Causes
Lead with mission impact — "We've planted 1 million trees" performs better than a generic logo. For fundraising campaigns, add a donation CTA and progress indicator. People-first imagery (real beneficiaries, volunteers) outperforms abstract graphics.
How to Upload a Facebook Cover Photo
Use this tool to design at 851×315px. Choose a template, add your text, and click Download.
On desktop, navigate to your Facebook profile or Page. On mobile, open the Facebook app and go to your profile.
On desktop, move your cursor to the cover photo area. A camera icon or "Update cover photo" button will appear in the bottom-right of the cover.
Click "Update cover photo" (profile) or "Change cover" (Page) → Upload photo → select your 851×315px file.
Facebook lets you reposition the image. Drag to center your key content. Click "Save changes" when done.
Optimize Your Facebook Cover Before Uploading
Facebook re-compresses images on upload, which reduces quality — especially for JPGs with gradients or complex backgrounds. To minimize quality loss: upload at exactly 851×315px (this tool handles this automatically), use JPG for photos and PNG for graphics with flat colors or text, and keep file size under 1MB.
If your exported cover is over 1MB, use CompressImg — Compress for Facebook to reduce the file size before uploading. Starting with an optimized file gives Facebook less reason to apply heavy compression, preserving sharpness.
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