{"id":5507,"date":"2024-06-10T13:51:00","date_gmt":"2024-06-10T13:51:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/?p=5507"},"modified":"2025-08-04T03:02:16","modified_gmt":"2025-08-04T03:02:16","slug":"facebook-cover-photo-size","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/facebook-cover-photo-size\/","title":{"rendered":"Facebook Cover Photo Size and Best Practices for 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Why should you care about Facebook cover photo size as a content creator? Because getting the right Facebook banner size keeps your profile looking professional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This way, the perfect Facebook cover size helps you avoid common mistakes, like pixelation, cropping, or distortion of your logo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Staying on top of the recommended dimensions makes sure your cover photo looks on any device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This article breaks down Facebook cover photo best practices and shares tips to make your banner stand out. Let&#8217;s get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents :<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #ffffff;color:#ffffff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #ffffff;color:#ffffff\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/facebook-cover-photo-size\/#What_Is_The_Right_Facebook_Cover_Photo_Size\" title=\"What Is The Right Facebook Cover Photo Size?\">What Is The Right Facebook Cover Photo Size?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/facebook-cover-photo-size\/#How_to_Create_The_Perfect_Facebook_Cover_Photo\" title=\"How to Create The Perfect Facebook Cover Photo\">How to Create The Perfect Facebook Cover Photo<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/facebook-cover-photo-size\/#Tips_for_Creating_Facebook_Cover_Banner\" title=\"Tips for Creating Facebook Cover Banner\">Tips for Creating Facebook Cover Banner<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/facebook-cover-photo-size\/#Keep_It_Simple\" title=\"Keep It Simple\">Keep It Simple<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/facebook-cover-photo-size\/#Make_It_Consistent_with_Your_Brand_Color\" title=\"Make It Consistent with Your Brand Color\">Make It Consistent with Your Brand Color<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/facebook-cover-photo-size\/#Complement_Your_Profile_Picture\" title=\"Complement Your Profile Picture\">Complement Your Profile Picture<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/facebook-cover-photo-size\/#Display_Your_Product\" title=\"Display Your Product\">Display Your Product<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/facebook-cover-photo-size\/#Highlight_Your_Value_Proposition\" title=\"Highlight Your Value Proposition\">Highlight Your Value Proposition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/facebook-cover-photo-size\/#Show_A_Glimpse_of_Your_Art_Portfolio\" title=\"Show A Glimpse of Your Art Portfolio\">Show A Glimpse of Your Art Portfolio<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/facebook-cover-photo-size\/#Draw_Attention_to_The_Call-to-Action_Button\" title=\"Draw Attention to The Call-to-Action Button\">Draw Attention to The Call-to-Action Button<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/facebook-cover-photo-size\/#Announce_An_Upcoming_Event\" title=\"Announce An Upcoming Event\">Announce An Upcoming Event<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/facebook-cover-photo-size\/#Common_Mistakes_When_Creating_a_Header\" title=\"Common Mistakes When Creating a Header\">Common Mistakes When Creating a Header<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/facebook-cover-photo-size\/#Ready_to_Make_Your_Facebook_Cover\" title=\"Ready to Make Your Facebook Cover?\">Ready to Make Your Facebook Cover?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_The_Right_Facebook_Cover_Photo_Size\"><\/span>What Is The Right Facebook Cover Photo Size?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The ideal Facebook cover size is <strong>851 pixels wide and 315 pixels tall<\/strong> on desktop. For mobile, it should be <strong>640 pixels wide and 360 pixels tall<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s take a look at the following illustration to better visualize the difference:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"490\" src=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/comparison-of-facebook-cover-photo-size-on-desktop-and-mobile-1024x490.webp\" alt=\"comparison of Facebook cover photo size on desktop and mobile\" class=\"wp-image-5524\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/comparison-of-facebook-cover-photo-size-on-desktop-and-mobile-1024x490.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/comparison-of-facebook-cover-photo-size-on-desktop-and-mobile-300x144.webp 300w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/comparison-of-facebook-cover-photo-size-on-desktop-and-mobile-768x367.webp 768w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/comparison-of-facebook-cover-photo-size-on-desktop-and-mobile-150x72.webp 150w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/comparison-of-facebook-cover-photo-size-on-desktop-and-mobile-450x215.webp 450w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/comparison-of-facebook-cover-photo-size-on-desktop-and-mobile.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>As you can see, Facebook\u2019s mobile version shows a smaller cover photo than the desktop version. It also adds some extra space at the top and bottom for viewing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, what if you create your cover photo according to the desktop measurement? Luckily, the platform crops your picture to fit the Facebook cover photo size for mobile instead of squeezing it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But because of that, you need to be mindful about the placement of objects on the image. Want your Facebook cover photo to look sharp on any screen? Design with a safe zone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Facebook cover photo safe area is the central part of the 820&#215;360 image. So, this is where you should put all your important part like text, logos, or a call to action button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We recommend optimizing your Facebook banner to 851&#215;360 pixels for both desktop and mobile, ensuring it looks sleek across devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a <a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/social-media-content-creator\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">social media creator<\/a>, you also need to know these information about cover photos for a better result:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The optimal Facebook cover photo size for personal accounts and business pages are the same.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is best to keep the file size under 100 kilobytes so that the picture loads faster.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can opt for a 20 to 90 seconds-long video instead of a still image as a cover.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Facebook Image Type<\/th><th>Recommended Size (in pixel)<\/th><th>Notes<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Profile Photo<\/td><td>400\u00d7400<br>320\u00d7320<\/td><td>Minimum is 196\u00d7196 px. Cropped circular, center key details<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cover Photo<\/td><td>851\u00d7315<\/td><td>Shows as 820\u00d7312 px on desktop, 640\u00d7360 px on mobile<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Page Banner<\/td><td>851\u00d7315<\/td><td>Same as cover size; keep text\/images centered for best fit<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Group Cover Photo<\/td><td>1640\u00d7856<\/td><td>1.91:1 ratio, Displays full on all devices<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Event Cover Photo<\/td><td>1920\u00d71005<\/td><td>16:9 aspect ratio for sharp quality everywhere<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Story Image<\/td><td>1080\u00d71920<\/td><td>9:16 ratio, avoid text in top\/bottom 14% for overlays<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Square Post<\/td><td>1080\u00d71080<\/td><td>1:1 ratio, Works best for regular posts and carousels<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vertical Post<\/td><td>1080\u00d71350<\/td><td>4:5 ratio, Optimized for mobile feed<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Landscape Post<\/td><td>1200\u00d7630<\/td><td>1.91:1 ratio, Use for links and horizontal posts<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Carousel Image<\/td><td>1080\u00d71080<\/td><td>1:1 ratio, Keep visuals consistent across all cards<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Facebook Reels<\/td><td>1080\u00d71920<\/td><td>9:16 ratio, vertical, best for full-screen video<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read Also :<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/instagram-post-size\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"4747\">Instagram Post Size, Story, &amp; Reels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/youtube-video-size\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"4931\">YouTube Video Size Optimization<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Create_The_Perfect_Facebook_Cover_Photo\"><\/span>How to Create The Perfect Facebook Cover Photo<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow these steps to create the perfect Facebook cover photo size for your personal accounts or business pages: (<em>We use Canva, but feel free to use other <a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/content-creation-tool\/\">content creation tools<\/a> you prefer<\/em>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Open the Canva app<\/strong> \u2014 Go to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Canva<\/a> in your web browser or open the iOS and Android app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Log in to Canva<\/strong> \u2014 A popup window will appear. You can sign in using your email, Google, Facebook, Apple, or other options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Explore Canva Dashboard<\/strong> \u2014 After you log in, explore the Canva dashboard and find the <strong>Social Media Category<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"395\" src=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Choose-Social-Media-Category-and-Facebook-Cover-in-Canva-1024x395.webp\" alt=\"Choose Social Media Category and Facebook Cover in Canva\" class=\"wp-image-9186\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Choose-Social-Media-Category-and-Facebook-Cover-in-Canva-1024x395.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Choose-Social-Media-Category-and-Facebook-Cover-in-Canva-300x116.webp 300w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Choose-Social-Media-Category-and-Facebook-Cover-in-Canva-768x296.webp 768w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Choose-Social-Media-Category-and-Facebook-Cover-in-Canva-1536x593.webp 1536w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Choose-Social-Media-Category-and-Facebook-Cover-in-Canva-150x58.webp 150w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Choose-Social-Media-Category-and-Facebook-Cover-in-Canva-450x174.webp 450w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Choose-Social-Media-Category-and-Facebook-Cover-in-Canva-1200x463.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Choose-Social-Media-Category-and-Facebook-Cover-in-Canva.webp 1974w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. Go to Facebook Cover<\/strong> \u2014 Choose <strong>Facebook Cover (Landscape)<\/strong> or simply type &#8220;Facebook Cover&#8221; and press <strong>Enter<\/strong>. Canva will provide you the right Facebook cover photo size. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5. Choose a Template<\/strong> \u2014 It&#8217;s fine if you want to start with a blank page and start everything from scratch. But, Canva offers a variety of pre-designed templates. You can simply browse and select one that fits your style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>6. Add Elements<\/strong> \u2014 Upload your own photos or select from Canva&#8217;s stock images. Add graphics, icons, shapes, and illustrations to spruce up your design. Include your name, a quote, or a call to action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"456\" src=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Add-elements-and-customize-your-Facebook-header-1024x456.webp\" alt=\"Add elements and customize your Facebook header\" class=\"wp-image-9185\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Add-elements-and-customize-your-Facebook-header-1024x456.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Add-elements-and-customize-your-Facebook-header-300x134.webp 300w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Add-elements-and-customize-your-Facebook-header-768x342.webp 768w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Add-elements-and-customize-your-Facebook-header-1536x684.webp 1536w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Add-elements-and-customize-your-Facebook-header-150x67.webp 150w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Add-elements-and-customize-your-Facebook-header-450x200.webp 450w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Add-elements-and-customize-your-Facebook-header-1200x534.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Add-elements-and-customize-your-Facebook-header.webp 1985w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>7. Personalize Your Design<\/strong> \u2014 Adjust the font, size, and color to match your style, modify the background, add filters to your photos, and fine-tune the brightness, contrast, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>8. Preview<\/strong> \u2014 Click the &#8220;Preview&#8221; button to see how your cover photo will look on Facebook.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>9. Download<\/strong> \u2014 When you&#8217;re finished, simply click on the &#8220;Download&#8221; button and select your preferred file format (PNG or JPG).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>10. Upload to Facebook<\/strong> \u2014 Go to your Facebook profile or page, click on &#8220;Edit Cover Photo&#8221;, then choose &#8220;Upload Photo&#8221; and select the file from Canva to upload.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_for_Creating_Facebook_Cover_Banner\"><\/span>Tips for Creating Facebook Cover Banner<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After learning about the optimal Facebook cover photo size, you probably wonder how to make them appealing. Let\u2019s take a look at some ideas that can make your cover photo stand out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Keep_It_Simple\"><\/span>Keep It Simple<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Making a clean page banner isn&#8217;t just about choosing the right Facebook cover photo size. While images matter, you should avoid overwhelming visitors with too many details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That&#8217;s why a simple cover photo design is a good choice. It draws attention to the call to action button and feed posts, while also showing what your brand is about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nike\u2019s Facebook header size is a perfect example. It features the company\u2019s famous tagline on an empty black background, which aligns with its minimalist aesthetics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"928\" height=\"483\" src=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/minimalist-facebook-cover-photo.webp\" alt=\"minimalist Facebook cover photo\" class=\"wp-image-5510\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/minimalist-facebook-cover-photo.webp 928w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/minimalist-facebook-cover-photo-300x156.webp 300w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/minimalist-facebook-cover-photo-768x400.webp 768w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/minimalist-facebook-cover-photo-150x78.webp 150w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/minimalist-facebook-cover-photo-450x234.webp 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 928px) 100vw, 928px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_It_Consistent_with_Your_Brand_Color\"><\/span>Make It Consistent with Your Brand Color<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After setting the optimal Facebook cover photo size, choose a color that aligns with your brand guidelines. Why? Because fans and customers associate your brand with its main colors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, Starbucks uses green all over its branding, like the logo, stores, and employee uniforms. If the company switched to blue, people probably wouldn\u2019t recognize it anymore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The same goes for your brand\u2019s online presence. If your Facebook page banner\u2019s color doesn\u2019t match your established palette, people might think it\u2019s a fake. Look at Evernote. They keep their brand color in their cover photo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"931\" height=\"459\" src=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/facebook-cover-photo-that-aligns-with-brand-color.webp\" alt=\"Facebook cover photo that aligns with brand color\" class=\"wp-image-5512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/facebook-cover-photo-that-aligns-with-brand-color.webp 931w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/facebook-cover-photo-that-aligns-with-brand-color-300x148.webp 300w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/facebook-cover-photo-that-aligns-with-brand-color-768x379.webp 768w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/facebook-cover-photo-that-aligns-with-brand-color-150x74.webp 150w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/facebook-cover-photo-that-aligns-with-brand-color-450x222.webp 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 931px) 100vw, 931px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Complement_Your_Profile_Picture\"><\/span>Complement Your Profile Picture<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After setting the Facebook cover photo size, you may need to pay attention to your existing profile picture. What is its dominant color? Does it look well with your cover photo?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The safe bet is to use the same or similar color for the profile picture and the cover image, like the Evernote example above. But you can also pick two contrasting hues that complement each other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Anthropologie\u2019s Facebook header represents that idea well. It does not necessarily have the same shade of yellow as the profile photo, but it is dominated by blue, which is considered complementary to yellow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"929\" height=\"458\" src=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/facebook-cover-photo-with-a-complimenting-profile-picture.webp\" alt=\"Facebook cover photo with a complementing profile picture\" class=\"wp-image-5513\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/facebook-cover-photo-with-a-complimenting-profile-picture.webp 929w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/facebook-cover-photo-with-a-complimenting-profile-picture-300x148.webp 300w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/facebook-cover-photo-with-a-complimenting-profile-picture-768x379.webp 768w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/facebook-cover-photo-with-a-complimenting-profile-picture-150x74.webp 150w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/facebook-cover-photo-with-a-complimenting-profile-picture-450x222.webp 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 929px) 100vw, 929px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Display_Your_Product\"><\/span>Display Your Product<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you sell products along with creating content? Then showcasing your well-known offering is a good idea to do once you choose the right Facebook cover photo size. Samsung\u2019s example below can become your inspiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"930\" height=\"486\" src=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/showcasing-product-in-facebook-cover-photo.webp\" alt=\"showcasing a product in Facebook cover photo\" class=\"wp-image-5514\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/showcasing-product-in-facebook-cover-photo.webp 930w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/showcasing-product-in-facebook-cover-photo-300x157.webp 300w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/showcasing-product-in-facebook-cover-photo-768x401.webp 768w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/showcasing-product-in-facebook-cover-photo-150x78.webp 150w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/showcasing-product-in-facebook-cover-photo-450x235.webp 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 930px) 100vw, 930px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>While Samsung is not a <a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/content-creator\/\">creator<\/a> brand, you can take their Facebook banner design as a <a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/social-media-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">social media management<\/a> reference. For example, you may display your merchandise in place of Samsung\u2019s latest smartphone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read also: <a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/social-media-influencer\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"4856\">What is an Influencer? Everything You Need to Know<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Highlight_Your_Value_Proposition\"><\/span>Highlight Your Value Proposition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Other than using a cover photo to show a product, you can mention your value proposition instead. This is the selling point that makes you stand out from the competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Reimy RLLP\u2019s cover image below is a unique and cute way of displaying their value proposition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"928\" height=\"456\" src=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/value-proposition-in-facebook-cover-photo.webp\" alt=\"value proposition in Facebook cover photo\" class=\"wp-image-5515\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/value-proposition-in-facebook-cover-photo.webp 928w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/value-proposition-in-facebook-cover-photo-300x147.webp 300w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/value-proposition-in-facebook-cover-photo-768x377.webp 768w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/value-proposition-in-facebook-cover-photo-150x74.webp 150w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/value-proposition-in-facebook-cover-photo-450x221.webp 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 928px) 100vw, 928px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Show_A_Glimpse_of_Your_Art_Portfolio\"><\/span>Show A Glimpse of Your Art Portfolio<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you a visual artist who is looking for the ideal Facebook cover photo size in this article? Then you probably know that visual artists may use Facebook as a way to reach potential clients. Because of that, it makes sense to use the cover photo as a teaser to your portfolio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, make sure that you avoid stuffing too many artworks together to not clutter the space. Apart from that, give enough space between them to maintain a tidy look, like an example from Natalie Foss Illustration below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"937\" height=\"466\" src=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/facebook-cover-photo-as-a-little-gallery.webp\" alt=\"Facebook cover photo as a little portfolio\" class=\"wp-image-5516\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/facebook-cover-photo-as-a-little-gallery.webp 937w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/facebook-cover-photo-as-a-little-gallery-300x149.webp 300w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/facebook-cover-photo-as-a-little-gallery-768x382.webp 768w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/facebook-cover-photo-as-a-little-gallery-150x75.webp 150w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/facebook-cover-photo-as-a-little-gallery-450x224.webp 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 937px) 100vw, 937px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Draw_Attention_to_The_Call-to-Action_Button\"><\/span>Draw Attention to The Call-to-Action Button<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you own a Facebook page, the step after setting the Facebook cover photo size is thinking whether your image can lead visitors to your CTA buttons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In case you do not know, Facebook allows page owners to add call-to-action buttons on the top right corner of their page. The options include \u201cSend Message\u201d, \u201cSign Up\u201d, and \u201cBook Now\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While the placement of these buttons is intended to persuade an interaction, it is necessary that you try to direct their line of sight towards the CTAs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oreo does that by aligning the object to the right of the frame. The large cup of milk does not only grab attention, but it also points towards the call-to-action below it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"935\" height=\"488\" src=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/facebook-cover-photo-that-draws-attention-to-the-action-button.webp\" alt=\"Facebook cover photo that draws attention to the call-to-action\" class=\"wp-image-5517\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/facebook-cover-photo-that-draws-attention-to-the-action-button.webp 935w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/facebook-cover-photo-that-draws-attention-to-the-action-button-300x157.webp 300w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/facebook-cover-photo-that-draws-attention-to-the-action-button-768x401.webp 768w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/facebook-cover-photo-that-draws-attention-to-the-action-button-150x78.webp 150w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/facebook-cover-photo-that-draws-attention-to-the-action-button-450x235.webp 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 935px) 100vw, 935px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>But before you replicate Oreo\u2019s strategy, remember the Facebook cover photo size. You need to ensure that the main object of your banner does not get cropped in mobile view.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Announce_An_Upcoming_Event\"><\/span>Announce An Upcoming Event<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you have a meet-and-greet in the near future? Or maybe you are going to drop a new set of merchandise? Whatever event it is, putting the announcement on your cover photo is a great idea to invite attendees or customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Slack does a good job in incorporating their event advertisement to the Facebook header. The texts are right in the middle of the frame, so no information is left out if Facebook crops the image for mobile viewing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"938\" height=\"459\" src=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/event-announcement-in-facebook-cover-photo.webp\" alt=\"An event announcement in Facebook cover photo\" class=\"wp-image-5518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/event-announcement-in-facebook-cover-photo.webp 938w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/event-announcement-in-facebook-cover-photo-300x147.webp 300w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/event-announcement-in-facebook-cover-photo-768x376.webp 768w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/event-announcement-in-facebook-cover-photo-150x73.webp 150w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/event-announcement-in-facebook-cover-photo-450x220.webp 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 938px) 100vw, 938px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read also: <a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/video-monetization-platforms\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5612\">Best Video Monetization Platforms for Content Creators<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Mistakes_When_Creating_a_Header\"><\/span>Common Mistakes When Creating a Header<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Making a good Facebook cover photo seems easy, but some users are still making these mistakes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Over-prioritizing desktop over mobile<\/strong> \u2014 The perfect Facebook cover photo size for desktop is 851 x 315 pixels, but most people use Facebook on their phones. Ensure no important things get cut off when seen on mobile.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Using low-quality images<\/strong> \u2014 Avoid using blurry or pixelated pictures for your Facebook cover photo. High-quality images look more professional and clear.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Overlooking accessibility<\/strong> \u2014 Ensure your Facebook Banner is accessible to all users. Use colors that stand out and make the text easy to read. Keep the design simple and add descriptions well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ignoring Your Audience<\/strong> \u2014 Your cover photo should be appropriate for your target audience. Avoid using images that might be considered offensive or inappropriate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Not Updating Regularly<\/strong> \u2014 Change your cover photo to match the current season or upcoming holidays. This will keep your page fresh and engaging, and prevent it from looking inactive.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Skip A\/B Testing<\/strong> \u2014 Try different designs and test them with a small group. This will improve your design and find the best one while keeping the perfect Facebook cover photo size.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ready_to_Make_Your_Facebook_Cover\"><\/span>Ready to Make Your Facebook Cover?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You have learned that the perfect Facebook cover photo size is 851 pixels wide and 360 pixels tall. These dimensions ensure that your cover image looks tidy on desktop and mobile viewing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After learning about Facebook cover photo size, it is necessary to know how to set your photo apart from the competition. The tips include keeping the design simple, showing your product, and highlighting your value proposition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, are you ready to craft an amazing Facebook cover photo? Make sure to follow our blog for more content creation tips like this and <strong>join <a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/\">Gank<\/a> for free!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why should you care about Facebook cover photo size as a content creator? Because getting the right Facebook banner size keeps your profile looking professional. This way, the perfect Facebook cover size helps you avoid common mistakes, like pixelation, cropping, or distortion of your logo. 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