Resize Image for Facebook Cover Photo (820x312)
Resize any image to Facebook's recommended cover photo dimensions. Pre-set to 820x312 pixels, the optimal size for desktop and mobile display.
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Facebook Cover Photo Dimensions in 2026
Facebook displays cover photos differently depending on the device. On desktop, the cover photo is 820x312 pixels. On mobile, Facebook crops the center of the image at 640x360 pixels. This means the left and right edges of your cover photo are cut off on mobile.
For a cover photo that works on both desktop and mobile: keep all important content (text, faces, key visuals) within the central 640x312 pixel area. Use the outer edges (90 pixels on each side) only for decorative elements or neutral backgrounds that look fine when cropped.
Profile Photo Overlap on Cover Photos
On Facebook profiles, the profile picture overlaps the bottom-left corner of the cover photo. This overlay is approximately 168x168 pixels on desktop (the profile picture is displayed at 168px) and 100x100 pixels on mobile.
When designing your cover photo, keep the bottom-left area clear of important text or visuals. A safe zone is to keep meaningful content away from the bottom 60 pixels and the left 180 pixels of the 820x312 canvas.
Best Practices for Facebook Cover Photos
File format: JPG for photographs (smaller file size, faster loading). PNG for graphics with text or sharp edges (prevents JPG compression artifacts on text). Keep file size under 100KB for fast loading — Facebook re-compresses images, but starting small means their compression has less work to do.
Content tips: include your logo, tagline, and a clear visual that represents your brand. Update it seasonally or for campaigns. Avoid heavy text (Facebook's ad text guidelines discourage more than 20% text coverage, and this extends to organic posts for best reach).