preview facebook page cover on mobile and desktop

Upload your banner to see how it crops on different devices. Ensure your logo and text stay within the "Safe Area" to avoid being cut off.

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Desktop View

820 x 312 px
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On desktop, Facebook crops the top and bottom of taller images.

Mobile View

640 x 360 px
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On mobile, Facebook crops the left and right sides of wider images.

Why You Need a Facebook Cover Size Checker

Creating a stunning Facebook cover photo is only half the battle. The real challenge lies in how Facebook displays that image across different devices. Because Facebook uses a single image for both desktop and mobile views, it applies different cropping rules to each. If you don't use a cover photo optimizer, your carefully designed text or logo might end up hidden behind your profile picture or cropped out entirely on smartphones.

Our tool allows you to preview facebook page cover on mobile and desktop instantly. By uploading your design, you can see exactly where the "danger zones" are. This is essential for maintaining professional profile branding and ensuring your marketing message is always visible.

Understanding Desktop vs. Mobile Dimensions

Facebook's official dimensions can be confusing. On desktop, the cover photo displays at 820 pixels wide by 312 pixels tall. However, on mobile devices, it displays at 640 pixels wide by 360 pixels tall.

  • Desktop View: Crops the top and bottom of your image to fit a wider, shorter aspect ratio.
  • Mobile View: Crops the left and right sides of your image to fit a taller, narrower aspect ratio.

To satisfy both, the "sweet spot" is 820px by 360px. Using our social media image resizer alongside this checker ensures your banner is perfectly optimized for every visitor.

The Importance of the "Safe Area"

The "Safe Area" is the central portion of your cover photo that is guaranteed to be visible on all devices. For a standard 820x360px image, the safe area is roughly the middle 640x312px. This is where you should place your most important content:

  • Company Logo
  • Call to Action (CTA) text
  • Event dates or contact information
  • Key faces or products

Using our safe area check feature, you can toggle a guide that shows exactly where these boundaries lie. This prevents the frustration of uploading a banner only to realize your phone number is cut off on iPhones.

Pro Tips for Facebook Page Banners

Beyond just size, consider the composition. On desktop, your profile picture covers a small portion of the bottom-left corner of your cover photo. On mobile, the profile picture is centered and covers a larger portion of the bottom.

If you're managing multiple platforms, don't forget to check your other assets. We also offer a YouTube banner size checker to help you maintain a consistent look across your entire social media presence.

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