Design a high-impact LinkedIn header that looks polished and professional on every screen.
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What is a LinkedIn Banner and Why Is It Crucial?
A LinkedIn banner is the horizontal image at the very top of your profile, with recommended dimensions of 1584 x 396 pixels. It is your largest piece of 'real estate' for branding. It can highlight your expertise, showcase current projects, or reinforce your industry identity, ensuring your personal brand is visible to every visitor.
Create a LinkedIn Banner in 30 Seconds: Step-by-Step
Learn how to prepare a flawless LinkedIn banner using only your browser—no downloads or registration required. All processing happens locally on your device for maximum privacy.
Upload Your Image or Drag & Drop: Choose the base image for your banner in high resolution.
Auto-Fit to LinkedIn Standards (1584x396): Scaling happens instantly to ensure proper display.
Safe Zone Verification: Use our live overlay to check if your content is hidden by the profile picture.
Live Profile Mockup Preview: See your banner in a real LinkedIn context before downloading.
Download Optimized JPG (Max 8MB): Save your work instantly with browser-side processing.
Why Pixes.app?
Your photo never leaves your computer. All cropping and generation happen in your browser. We focus on one job: creating the perfect LinkedIn banner. Instant auto-sizing and live profile previews. We are one of the few tools that shows the circular profile mask live on the banner. Never guess where your name or logo will be hidden again. 100% free and private.
How to use this tool
Start by choosing the base image for your banner. Click 'Select Image' or simply drag and drop your file. We support high-resolution JPG, PNG, and WEBP files. Remember, starting with a high-quality original leads to a sharper final result.
The moment you upload, our tool automatically scales your image to the ideal 1584x396px dimensions. No manual entry or distorted ratios. Our smart anchor system helps you find the best crop.
Our standout feature: See a live LinkedIn 'Safe Zone' overlay. This guide shows exactly where your profile picture will sit on both desktop and mobile. Ensure your logos or text aren't obscured.
See how your banner looks on a real LinkedIn profile before you even download it! Our mockup feature lets you test the visual flow between your cover photo and profile picture.
Download your optimized JPG, ensuring it stays under LinkedIn's 8MB limit without sacrificing quality. Hit 'Download' and your file is saved instantly to your computer.
The recommended size is 1584 x 396 pixels. This size has a 4:1 aspect ratio and provides the best results across all devices.
What is the banner file size limit?
LinkedIn allows files up to 8MB. Our tool automatically optimizes your image to stay well within this limit while maintaining high quality.
Why is the Safe Zone important?
Because your profile picture overlaps the banner. Following the safe zone ensures that your key branding elements aren't covered up on different screen sizes.
Is the banner maker free to use?
Yes, all tools on Pixes.app are completely free, requiring no signup or subscription.