Quick Reference Table
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| Platform | Display Size | Recommended | Max File | Formats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Discord | 128×128 | 512×512 | 8MB | PNG, JPG, GIF* |
| 110×110 | 320×320 | No limit | JPG, PNG | |
| TikTok | 200×200 | 400×400 | No limit | JPG, PNG |
| 400×400 | 800×800 | 8MB | JPG, PNG | |
| X (Twitter) | 400×400 | 400×400 | 2MB | JPG, PNG, GIF |
| 170×170 | 512×512 | No limit | JPG, PNG | |
| YouTube | 800×800 | 800×800 | No limit | JPG, PNG, GIF |
| Twitch | 256×256 | 256×256 | 10MB | JPG, PNG, GIF |
| 500×500 | 500×500 | No limit | JPG, PNG | |
| 256×256 | 256×256 | No limit | JPG, PNG |
Uploading a profile picture that's the wrong size leads to blurry images, awkward cropping, and unprofessional results. This guide covers the exact dimensions for every major platform in 2026.
The Golden Rule
Always upload at 2× the display resolution. If a platform displays at 200×200px, upload at 400×400px minimum. This ensures your image looks sharp on high-DPI (Retina) displays.
Platform-by-Platform Breakdown
X (Twitter)
Display: 400×400px
Upload: 400×400px
Max: 2MB
X displays profile photos as circles. Supports animated GIFs. The 2MB limit is relatively small - compress large files or use our editor.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Uploading too small
Always upload 2× display size for Retina screens
Non-square images
Most platforms crop to square or circle - use square source
Important content at edges
Keep faces/logos centered for circular crops
Heavy compression
Use PNG for graphics, high-quality JPG for photos
Best Practices
Use PNG for graphics
Logos, illustrations, and text render sharper
Use JPG for photos
Smaller file size with good quality for faces
Center your subject
Account for circular cropping on most platforms
Test at small sizes
Preview how it looks as a tiny avatar in feeds