The cover image appears on your channel page. Twitch displays it at 380×1200 pixels. This tall, narrow format needs specific design—regular images won't work.
380
width (px)
1200
height (px)
19:60
aspect ratio

Twitch chose this unusual vertical format for a reason. The cover image runs along the side of your channel page, creating visual depth. At 380×1200 pixels, your image stays crisp without slowing page loads. Design vertically from the start—horizontal images get awkwardly cropped.

Most streamers ignore their cover image. Mistake. This vertical strip adds personality to your channel page. Use it for schedule info, social links, or artwork that represents your stream. Viewers browsing channels notice the details—a polished cover image signals you take streaming seriously.

Upload your image and we resize it to 380×1200 pixels automatically. Start with a vertical design or let our tool crop and adjust for you. Save as PNG for graphics with text, or JPG for photos. Preview on your channel before going live.
From your library on your device, choose the image you would like to use as a Twitch Cover Image.
Upload your image and, within a few seconds, our tool will automatically resize your image to Twitch cover image dimensions.
Once ready, click the Download button to save your Twitch Cover Image to your device.
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The recommended cover image size for Twitch is 380 x 1200 pixels. This size ensures that your cover image is clear and visible on all devices.
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