Facebook Cover Photo Size: Dimensions, Safe Zones, and Export Checks
Check Facebook cover photo dimensions, mobile and desktop crops, minimum upload size, and safe composition before updating a Page or profile cover.
Last checked: July 8, 2026. Sources: Facebook Help: Page profile and cover dimensions, Canva: Facebook cover photo sizes, Hootsuite: July 2026 social media image sizes. ImageSizeKit is independent and is not affiliated with Facebook.
Use the full cover for background, but keep meaning in the center band for mobile and desktop crops.
Quick answer
Use 820 x 360 pixels as a practical Facebook cover photo working canvas, then keep text and logos centered so the cover survives both desktop and mobile crops.
Facebook Help says Page cover photos must be at least 400 pixels wide and 150 pixels tall. Search-visible Facebook Help guidance also notes mobile cover display uses a full-bleed 2.4:1 style crop.
Many public size references still describe desktop display around 820 x 312 and mobile display around 640 x 360. The safe workflow is to design a taller working canvas and keep important content in the center.
Facebook cover photo specs
| Field | Value | How to use it |
|---|---|---|
| Practical working canvas | 820 x 360 px | Useful design canvas that gives room for mobile and desktop cover crops. |
| Desktop display reference | 820 x 312 px | Common desktop cover display reference; keep vertical edge details non-critical. |
| Mobile display reference | 640 x 360 px | Common mobile cover display reference with a taller visible crop. |
| Minimum upload | 400 x 150 px | Facebook Help minimum for Page cover photos. |
| Safe composition | Centered band | Keep title, logo, offer, and face details near the center. |
Pre-upload checklist
Use this checklist after exporting the image and before publishing it to the platform or website.
- Start with an 820 x 360 working canvas.
- Keep text, logos, and faces near the center.
- Avoid placing important details near the top and bottom edges.
- Avoid placing URLs or tiny text at the far left or far right.
- Export a clean JPG or PNG.
- Preview the cover on desktop and mobile after upload.
Common mistakes
| Mistake | Symptom | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Desktop-only design | The cover looks good on desktop but poor on a phone. | Use a taller working canvas and centered composition. |
| Edge logo | The brand mark disappears in one crop. | Move identity elements away from crop-prone edges. |
| Minimum-size upload | The cover uploads but looks soft. | Use the minimum only as a floor, not as your design target. |
Facebook cover photo FAQ
What is the best Facebook cover photo size?
Use 820 x 360 pixels as a practical working canvas, then keep important content centered for desktop and mobile crops.
What is the minimum Facebook cover photo size?
Facebook Help says Page cover photos must be at least 400 pixels wide and 150 pixels tall.
Why does my Facebook cover photo crop differently on mobile?
Facebook cover photos are displayed differently across devices. A centered safe band helps text and logos survive both desktop and mobile crops.
Should I design a Facebook cover at 820 x 312 or 820 x 360?
820 x 312 is a common desktop display reference. 820 x 360 gives a practical working canvas that is easier to adapt for mobile. Keep important content centered either way.
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