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Create the perfect circular profile picture for Twitter (X)
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JPG, PNG, WebP (max 20MB)
Twitter displays profile pictures as circles. Here's what you need to know to create the perfect Twitter avatar:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Display Size | 400×400 pixels (in timeline and profile) |
| Recommended Upload | 512×512 or 1024×1024 for high-DPI screens |
| File Format | JPEG, PNG, or GIF (non-animated) |
| Max File Size | 2MB (though 5MB often works) |
| Aspect Ratio | 1:1 (square) - automatically cropped to circle |
| Best Format | JPEG for photos, PNG for logos with transparency |
Choose a high-quality image (at least 800×800px) for best results. Close-up headshots work best for Twitter avatars.
Drag to reposition your face in the center of the circle. Use scroll or pinch to zoom. Remember Twitter shows the circle crop, so make sure important details are centered.
Select 512px or 1024px for best quality on high-resolution displays. Use JPEG for photos or PNG for logos with transparent backgrounds.
Click "Download Circle Image" and save your file. Then go to Twitter/X settings and upload your new profile picture.
Twitter's UI has both light and dark modes. Choose a photo with good contrast so your avatar looks great in both themes.
Leave some breathing room around your face. Avatars appear small in tweets, so close-ups work better than full-body shots.
Most Twitter users are on mobile. Check how your avatar looks at small sizes (48×48px) before finalizing.
If you're a business or creator, use consistent colors and style across all your social profiles for brand recognition.
Avoid busy backgrounds or complex logos. Simple, clear images with a single focal point work best for Twitter avatars.
Refreshing your profile picture periodically keeps your account looking active and current, especially for professional accounts.
Twitter displays profile pictures at 400×400 pixels, but you should upload at least 512×512 or ideally 1024×1024 for high-DPI displays. Our tool lets you export in all these sizes.
Yes! Twitter automatically displays all profile pictures as circles. That's why it's important to use our tool to preview and adjust how your image will look when cropped.
Use JPEG for photographs as it results in smaller file sizes and faster loading. Use PNG only if you need transparency (for logos or graphics with transparent backgrounds).
Yes! Twitter rebranded to "X" but the platform and profile picture requirements remain the same. A 400×400 circular avatar works for both.
This usually happens when uploading a low-resolution image. Use at least 512×512px, and preferably 1024×1024px for crisp results on retina/high-DPI screens.
Yes, Twitter supports PNG with transparency. However, most users see better results with a solid background color or subtle gradient that complements their profile theme.
For personal accounts, change whenever you like. For business/creator accounts, maintain consistency for brand recognition, but consider seasonal updates or refreshes every 6-12 months.
A good Twitter avatar is: clear and recognizable at small sizes, properly framed with your face centered, high contrast for visibility in light/dark modes, and professionally presented without distracting backgrounds.