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Discord has two main banner types with completely different dimensions. The discord banner dimensions for a profile banner are 600×240 pixels.
For a server banner, the correct size is 960×540 pixels. Using the wrong size causes cropping, blurring, or upload failures.
Discord Banner Dimensions at a Glance
Here is a full reference table covering all three banner types Discord supports:
|
Banner Type |
Dimensions |
Aspect Ratio |
Max File Size |
Formats Supported |
Unlock Requirement |
|
Profile Banner |
600×240 px |
5:2 |
10 MB |
PNG, JPG, GIF |
Discord Nitro (full) |
|
Server Banner |
960×540 px |
16:9 |
10 MB |
PNG, JPG, GIF* |
Server Boost Level 2 |
|
Server Invite Splash |
1920×1080 px |
16:9 |
10 MB |
PNG, JPG |
Server Boost Level 2 |
*Animated GIF server banners require Boost Level 3.
Each banner type is covered in detail below.
Discord Profile Banner Dimensions
Profile Banner Size and Format Requirements
The profile banner sits at the top of your user profile card, visible whenever someone clicks your username in a server, DM, or friend list. The confirmed discord banner dimensions for this type are 600×240 pixels, with a 5:2 aspect ratio.
Supported file formats are PNG, JPG, and GIF. The maximum file size is 10 MB. Discord renders images in sRGB color mode, so designing in that color space avoids unexpected color shifts on export. What's often overlooked is the minimum resolution point.
Designing exactly at 600×240 is technically acceptable, but uploading a higher resolution image (like 1200×480, which holds the same 5:2 ratio) and letting Discord scale it down tends to produce sharper results after compression.
In practice, designers who work at 2x the minimum and export at the required size report fewer visible artifacts, particularly on high-density screens.
Who Can Set a Profile Banner
A full Discord Nitro subscription is required. Nitro Basic does not include this feature. As reported by TechCrunch, Discord gave Nitro subscribers the ability to choose a static image or an animated GIF as their profile banner when the feature launched on mobile.
Without active Nitro, the profile area shows a solid accent color instead. With full Nitro, animated GIF banners are also supported. They auto-play when someone opens your profile card.
Keep the GIF under 10 MB and make sure it loops cleanly, since there is no option to control loop count.
Nitro also unlocks per-server profiles, which let you set a different banner for each server you belong to. The dimensions stay the same: 600×240 for every per-server banner.
Where the Avatar Sits on the Profile Banner
The avatar overlaps the bottom-left corner of the profile banner. This is fixed behavior. If you place key visual elements or text in the bottom-left quadrant, the avatar will cover them.
In practice, most designers keep the lower-left quarter of the canvas clear and anchor the main graphic toward the center or right side of the banner.
Discord Server Banner Dimensions
Server Banner Size and Format Requirements
The server banner appears at the top of a server's channel list, visible to all members when they open the server. The confirmed dimensions for this banner type are 960×540 pixels, with a 16:9 aspect ratio.
Supported formats for static server banners are PNG and JPG. Animated GIF banners are available at Boost Level 3. Max file size is 10 MB across all server banner types.
Server Boost Requirements
A static server banner requires the server to reach Boost Level 2. Animated server banners require Boost Level 3.
According to Wikipedia, these levels are reached through collective boosts from members, with Nitro subscribers receiving two free boosts included with their subscription.
The level itself depends on the total number of active boosts the server holds at any given time.
Discord Server Invite Splash Image Dimensions
The invite splash image is a separate asset from the server banner. It appears as the background graphic on a server's invite link preview page, not in the channel list.
The correct dimensions are 1920×1080 pixels at a 16:9 ratio. Supported formats are PNG and JPG, with a 10 MB file size limit. This feature also requires Boost Level 2.
In practice, servers that use branded splash images tend to keep the design simple and background-style, since text-heavy graphics at this size often read poorly on smaller screens. A clean, low-contrast image with the focal point centered holds up better across device sizes.
Design Considerations for Discord Banner Dimensions
Safe Zones and Cropping
Each banner type has areas where Discord's UI overlaps the image. For the profile banner, the avatar sits in the lower-left corner. For the server banner, the server name and navigation elements appear over parts of the image.
Keeping the center of the canvas as the primary design area reduces the chance of critical elements being obscured.
File Format Choice
Use PNG when the image contains transparency, sharp lines, or flat colors. Use JPG for photographic content where file size matters. Only use GIF when animation is genuinely needed.
GIFs produce larger files and Discord compresses them further on upload, so still images are better served as PNG or JPG.
How to Upload Discord Banners
Uploading a Profile Banner
- Open Discord and go to User Settings.
- Select the Profiles tab.
- Choose Main Profile or a specific Per Server Profile.
- Click "Change Banner."
- Select your file and confirm.
Teams commonly report that having the image pre-sized to 600×240 before upload avoids Discord's automatic crop prompt, which can shift the framing unexpectedly if the ratio does not match.
Uploading a Server Banner
- Open Server Settings.
- Go to the Overview tab.
- Find "Server Banner Background."
- Upload your file and confirm.
Conclusion
Profile banners use 600×240 pixels (5:2 ratio) and require full Nitro. Server banners use 960×540 pixels (16:9 ratio) and need Boost Level 2.
Design above minimum resolution, avoid the avatar overlap zone, and match your file format to your content type.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the standard discord banner dimensions for a profile?
The profile banner is 600×240 pixels with a 5:2 aspect ratio. Maximum file size is 10 MB. Supported formats are PNG, JPG, and GIF. Full Discord Nitro is required to set one.
What size is a Discord server banner?
The server banner is 960×540 pixels with a 16:9 aspect ratio. A static server banner requires Boost Level 2. Animated GIF server banners require Boost Level 3.
Do you need Nitro for a Discord banner?
Nitro is required for profile banners only. Server banners are unlocked through Server Boosts, not Nitro. Nitro Basic does not include the profile banner feature.
Can Discord banners be animated?
Yes. Profile banners support animated GIFs with full Nitro. Server banners support animated GIFs at Boost Level 3. Both types have a 10 MB file size limit.
What happens if you upload the wrong banner size?
Discord may crop or compress the image automatically. Going below minimum dimensions risks visible quality loss. Using the correct dimensions avoids unexpected cropping on both desktop and mobile.