Facebook keeps changing its preferred sizes, and uploading the wrong dimensions means awkward cropping. Resizing to the right size first puts you in control of the frame.
The recommended size
Facebook cover photos are best at 851 by 315 pixels on desktop, and the safe zone for important content is the center because mobile crops the sides.
How to resize for Facebook
- Open the Facebook Cover Resizer.
- Add your image.
- It is set to the correct cover photo dimensions, so you just position the content.
- Download and upload to Facebook.
Processing happens in your browser, so your images stay private.
Tips that help
- Keep logos and text in the middle, since the sides get cropped on phones.
- Use a high quality source so the wide banner stays sharp.
- Preview on both desktop and mobile before you commit.
Finish before you post
Compress the final image with the Image Compressor so it uploads fast, and crop with Crop to Aspect Ratio if you need a different shape.
Frequently asked questions
What size should a cover photo be on Facebook?
Facebook cover photos are best at 851 by 315 pixels on desktop, and the safe zone for important content is the center because mobile crops the sides.
Will resizing distort my Facebook image?
Not if you keep the aspect ratio locked. The tool scales the image to fit the target shape cleanly.
Is my image uploaded to resize it?
No. Resizing runs in your browser, so your image stays on your device.