Updated for 2026

The Ultimate Guide to Discord Profile Pictures

PFPMe Team
Oct 24, 2025 5 min read

Discord Profile Picture Guide

Discord PFPs (profile pictures) display at 128x128 pixels but you should upload square images at 512x512px or 1024x1024px for best quality. Supported formats: PNG (best quality), JPG, and GIF (Nitro only). File size limit is 10MB. Common issues: blurry images (upload higher resolution), auto-cropping (use square images), GIF not working (requires Discord Nitro subscription). Free tools: PFPMe editor for cropping, resizing, and platform optimization. Export as PNG for sharpest results.

Your Discord avatar is the first thing people see in servers and DMs. Whether you have Nitro or not, optimizing your image is key to standing out in the chat list.

What is the perfect Discord PFP size?

The optimal size is 128x128 pixels. However, we recommend uploading a larger image (like 512x512 pixels) to ensure it looks crisp when users view your full profile.

128px
Minimum
512px
Recommended
8MB
Max Size

Supported Formats

JPG

Best for standard photos with lots of colors.

PNG

Ideal for graphics, logos, and transparent backgrounds.

GIF

Nitro users only. Allows for animated avatars.

Free Discord PFP Maker

Automatically resize, crop, and apply filters to your image. Preview exactly how it will look in the Discord UI.

How to change your Discord Avatar

1
Open User Settings (Gear Icon)
2
Go to Profiles Tab
3
Click 'Change Avatar'
4
Select 'Upload Image'
5
Zoom & Crop
6
Click Save Changes

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