Etsy listing photo size
The recommended Etsy listing photo size is 2000 × 2000 pixels (1:1 aspect ratio).
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Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (px) | 2000 × 2000 px |
| Aspect ratio | 1:1 |
| Max file size | 1MB |
| Supported formats | JPG, PNG, GIF, SVG, HEIC |
| Minimum resolution | 635x635 |
| Color mode | sRGB |
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Create an Etsy listing photo →Design tips
Etsy recommends listing photos at 2000 pixels or more on both width and height. The first photo carries a hard requirement: at least 635×635 pixels, or Etsy ranks the listing lower in search. It should also be horizontal or square, because its shape sets the crop for every photo that follows.
- •Shoot and upload at 2000×2000 or larger — Etsy downsamples, so give it headroom.
- •Make the first photo horizontal or square; it sets the crop for the whole listing.
- •Keep every photo in a listing the same shape for a consistent gallery.
What you need to know
Listing photos are the only Etsy images with a stated search consequence. Etsy is explicit that a first photo below 635 pixels on width and height causes the listing to show up lower in search results, which makes this the one size on the platform worth treating as a hard floor rather than a guideline.
The first photo also dictates the shape of the rest. Etsy crops thumbnails from the centre of it, so a horizontal or square first image keeps the focal point intact where a tall portrait shot gets cut. Uploading a consistent shape across all photos in a listing produces a cleaner browsing experience.
Etsy compresses images on upload and optimises them for mobile displays, which is why the recommendation is 2000px rather than something matched to a specific slot — you are supplying the master that Etsy downsamples from. Etsy also auto-rotates photos based on the orientation metadata your camera writes, so a sideways upload usually means the metadata is wrong rather than the file.
How to create an Etsy listing photo at the right size
- 1Open Moda and create a new canvas at 2000×2000 pixels.
- 2Design your Etsy listing photo using AI generation or start from a blank canvas.
- 3Export as JPG and upload to Etsy.
Frequently asked questions
What size should Etsy listing photos be?
At least 2000 pixels on width and height. The first photo must be at least 635×635 or the listing appears lower in Etsy search.
Does photo size affect Etsy search ranking?
Yes. Etsy states that a first listing photo smaller than 635 pixels on width and height causes the listing to show up lower in search.
Why do my Etsy photos look less sharp after uploading?
Etsy compresses images to improve page performance and optimises them for mobile displays. Uploading at 2000px or larger gives the compression more to work with.
Specs last verified: August 28, 2026. Dimensions may change as platforms update their requirements.