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Discord Server Banner Profile Picture Size

Recommended Discord server banner sizes, formatting tips, and safe-area guidance so important text doesn’t get cropped.

Quick Answer

  • 1 Use a high-resolution banner export so it stays sharp after resizing.
  • 2 Keep logos/text centered—banners may crop differently on different layouts.
  • 3 Prefer PNG for sharp text; JPG can be smaller for photos.
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Best banner size (quick recommendation)

1

Start with a large, high-quality export (then crop/resize for Discord).

2

If your banner looks blurry, export larger and re-upload.

3

Use a crop tool with a safe-area overlay to keep key content visible.

Safe area: avoid text getting cropped

1

Put logos and text in the center of the banner.

2

Avoid placing important details near the edges.

3

Test the banner on both desktop and mobile if possible.

PNG vs JPG for banners

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Use PNG when your banner has text, logos, or sharp graphics.

2

Use JPG for photo-heavy banners to reduce file size.

3

If upload fails, reduce export size or switch format.

Updated for 2026 (what to know)

1

Different Discord layouts can crop banners differently over time.

2

If your banner is suddenly cropped, re-crop with a safe-area overlay.

3

If it looks low-quality, export a higher-resolution banner and re-upload.

Format Tips

PNG is best for text-heavy designs.
JPG is usually smaller for photos.
Avoid tiny text; banners shrink on some surfaces.

Upload Tips

1 Keep key content centered (safe area).
2 Re-upload from desktop/web if mobile upload looks worse.
3 If the banner won’t upload, reduce file size or export smaller.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best Discord server banner size?

Not confirmed as a single universal number here. Use a high-resolution export and crop to fit, keeping text/logo in a safe center area.

Why does my Discord banner look cropped?

Banners may crop differently across layouts. Keep key content centered and away from edges.

PNG or JPG for Discord banners?

PNG for sharp text/logos; JPG for photo-heavy banners to reduce file size.

How do I keep my banner from looking blurry?

Export a higher-resolution image and let Discord downscale. Avoid aggressive compression.

What if my banner upload fails?

Try a smaller export, reduce file size, or switch formats (PNG↔JPG).

Is Discord profile banner size different from server banner size?

Not confirmed here as a single universal number. Different banner types can display/crop differently, so keep key content centered and use a high-resolution export.

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