Cover Art Size Guide 2026 — Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal & All Major Platforms
Getting your album cover size wrong can mean blurry artwork, rejected uploads, or a visual that looks unprofessional on streaming platforms. This guide covers the exact dimensions and file requirements for every major US streaming and social platform in 2026 — so your release looks perfect everywhere it lands.
Standard Album Cover Size
The universal standard for album artwork across all streaming platforms is 3000 x 3000 pixels (1:1 square ratio) at a minimum of 72 DPI, saved as JPEG or PNG. For print or high-quality digital use, 300 DPI is recommended.
Album Cover Size by Platform
| Platform | Recommended Size | Format | Max File Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spotify | 3000 x 3000 px | JPEG, PNG | 10 MB |
| Apple Music | 3000 x 3000 px | JPEG, PNG | 10 MB |
| YouTube Music | 3000 x 3000 px | JPEG, PNG | 10 MB |
| Amazon Music | 3000 x 3000 px | JPEG | 10 MB |
| Tidal | 3000 x 3000 px | JPEG, PNG | 10 MB |
| Deezer | 3000 x 3000 px | JPEG, PNG | 10 MB |
| SoundCloud | 3000 x 3000 px (min 800 x 800) | JPEG, PNG | 10 MB |
| Bandcamp | 3000 x 3000 px (min 1400 x 1400) | JPEG, PNG | 10 MB |
Spotify Canvas Size — Animated Cover Art
Spotify Canvas is a short looping video that plays behind your track in the Spotify mobile app. It has different dimensions from standard album artwork:
- Aspect ratio: 9:16 (vertical)
- Recommended resolution: 1080 x 1920 px
- Duration: 3 to 8 seconds (looping)
- Format: MP4 (H.264)
- Max file size: 10 MB
Spotify Canvas is one of the most effective ways to increase streams and saves — tracks with Canvas see up to 145% more streams on average. An animated cover template in After Effects is the fastest way to create one without hiring a motion designer.
Instagram & TikTok Cover Art Size
- Instagram Feed (square): 1080 x 1080 px
- Instagram Reels / Stories: 1080 x 1920 px (9:16)
- TikTok: 1080 x 1920 px (9:16)
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Using low resolution: Anything below 1400 x 1400 px will appear blurry on retina displays and may be rejected by distributors
- Wrong color mode: Always use RGB, not CMYK — streaming platforms display in RGB
- Including explicit content without labeling: Platforms require explicit content to be flagged at upload
- Borders and letterboxing: Avoid white or black borders — the artwork should fill the entire square
- Text too close to edges: Keep important text and elements at least 10% away from all edges
Quick Reference: The Safe Spec for Every Platform
- ✅ Size: 3000 x 3000 px
- ✅ Format: JPEG or PNG
- ✅ Color mode: RGB
- ✅ Resolution: 72 DPI minimum (300 DPI for print)
- ✅ File size: Under 10 MB
Ready-Made Templates in the Right Size
Every template at Coverartplace is pre-configured to the correct dimensions for Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, and other major platforms. Whether you need a static PSD cover or an animated After Effects loop for Spotify Canvas, all files are export-ready at the right size — no guesswork required.
