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Discord Image Sizes: Icons, Banners & Emoji Guide 2026
Using the wrong image dimensions on Discord results in blurry icons, cropped banners, and rejected emojis. This guide covers every image type with exact pixel dimensions and file size requirements.
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Here's a quick overview of all Discord image dimensions. Scroll down for detailed explanations and tips for each type.
| Image Type | Dimensions | Max File Size | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server Icon | 512 x 512 px | 8 MB | PNG, JPG, GIF |
| Server Banner | 960 x 540 px | 8 MB | PNG, JPG, GIF |
| Server Invite Splash | 1920 x 1080 px | 8 MB | PNG, JPG |
| Custom Emoji | 128 x 128 px | 256 KB | PNG, JPG, GIF |
| Sticker | 320 x 320 px | 512 KB | PNG, APNG, Lottie |
| Profile Picture | 128 x 128 px | 8 MB | PNG, JPG, GIF |
| Profile Banner | 600 x 240 px | 10 MB | PNG, JPG, GIF |
| Role Icon | 64 x 64 px | 256 KB | PNG, JPG |
Server Icon
The server icon is the most visible image for your Discord community. It appears in the server list, invites, and search results.
Pro Tip: Animated Server Icons
Only servers with Boost Level 1 or higher can use animated GIF icons. The GIF must still be 512x512 px and under 8 MB.
Best practices for server icons:
- Use a square image (1:1 aspect ratio)
- Keep the design simple - it displays small in the server list
- Use contrasting colors for visibility
- Avoid text unless it's very large and readable
- Test how it looks as a small circle (Discord crops to circle shape)
Server Banner
Server banners appear at the top of your server when members click on the server name. This feature requires Boost Level 2 (7 boosts).
Design tips:
- Use the 16:9 aspect ratio (960x540 or 1920x1080 for higher quality)
- Keep important content in the center - edges may be cropped on mobile
- Use images that complement your server icon colors
- Animated GIF banners are supported at Boost Level 3
Server Invite Splash
| Specification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 1920 x 1080 px (Full HD) |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Max File Size | 8 MB |
| Formats | PNG, JPG (no GIF) |
| Required Boost Level | Level 1 (2 boosts) |
The invite splash background appears when someone views a server invite link. It's a great opportunity to showcase your community's personality and encourage people to join.
Custom Emoji
- Size: 128 x 128 px
- Max file: 256 KB
- Format: PNG or JPG
- Size: 128 x 128 px
- Max file: 256 KB
- Format: GIF only
Custom emojis are one of the most popular Discord features. Every server gets 50 static emoji slots and 50 animated emoji slots by default. Boosted servers get more slots.
Emoji Slot Increases by Boost Level
- Level 0: 50 static + 50 animated
- Level 1: 100 static + 100 animated
- Level 2: 150 static + 150 animated
- Level 3: 250 static + 250 animated
Tips for creating Discord emojis:
- Use transparent backgrounds (PNG) for emojis that blend into messages
- Keep designs simple - emojis display very small in chat
- Use image compression to stay under 256 KB
- For animated emojis, limit frames to keep file size down
Discord Stickers
| Specification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 320 x 320 px |
| Max File Size | 512 KB |
| Formats | PNG, APNG, Lottie JSON |
| Default Slots | 5 stickers per server |
Stickers are larger than emojis and appear as standalone messages. They're perfect for reactions and expressing emotions in chat.
Profile Picture
Your Discord profile picture (avatar) is displayed across the platform - in messages, member lists, and your profile.
Note: Animated profile pictures (GIFs) require Discord Nitro subscription.
Profile Banner
Profile banners appear at the top of your user profile. This is a Nitro-only feature.
| Specification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 600 x 240 px |
| Aspect Ratio | 5:2 |
| Max File Size | 10 MB |
| Formats | PNG, JPG, GIF |
Role Icons
Role icons appear next to usernames in the member list and messages. This feature requires Boost Level 2.
- Size: 64 x 64 px
- Max file: 256 KB
- Format: PNG, JPG
- No animated GIFs
- Use simple, recognizable icons
- Match your server theme
- Use transparent backgrounds
- Test visibility at small sizes
How to Resize Images for Discord
Follow these steps to resize any image for Discord using Pictey:
- Go to the Pictey Image Resizer
- Upload your image (drag & drop or click to browse)
- Enter the target dimensions (e.g., 512x512 for server icon)
- Click resize and download your optimized image
If your image is too large after resizing, use our image compressor to reduce the file size while maintaining quality.
Boost Level Features Summary
| Feature | Level 0 | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Animated Server Icon | - | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Invite Splash | - | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Server Banner | - | - | Yes | Yes |
| Role Icons | - | - | Yes | Yes |
| Animated Banner | - | - | - | Yes |
| Custom Emoji Slots | 50 | 100 | 150 | 250 |
Conclusion
Using the correct image dimensions ensures your Discord server looks professional and all visuals display properly. Remember to test your images on both desktop and mobile, as Discord crops and displays images differently depending on the device.
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