Facebook Event Cover Dimensions
The Facebook event cover photo size is 1920 × 1005 pixels at a 1.91:1 aspect ratio. Facebook uses this same ratio for link previews and standard feed posts, but the event display crops slightly tighter on mobile, so the safe zone is narrower.
Where the Event Cover Appears
- Event page header: full 1920 × 1005 (desktop), cropped to ~1080 × 565 (mobile)
- Feed event share: ~1200 × 628 with event title overlay
- Event listings / Discover: ~500 × 262 thumbnail
- Notifications: ~280 × 147 small preview
At the smallest sizes, only the center half of your cover is recognizable. Design for the worst-case crop, not the desktop ideal.
Mobile Safe Zone
Facebook crops about 360 pixels off each side of the event cover on mobile. Keep all critical content inside the center 1200 × 1005 area of your 1920 × 1005 canvas. That guarantees:
- The event title stays readable on every device
- Logos and branding don't get cut
- Faces and key visuals stay framed
Avoid the bottom 25% of the cover — Facebook overlays the event name and date on top of that area in the feed preview card. Anything you put there gets covered.
File Format & Compression
| Format | Use For | File Size Target |
|---|---|---|
| PNG | Graphics with text or logos | Under 1 MB |
| JPG | Photos, scenery, gradients | Under 500 KB |
Save in sRGB color mode. Pre-compress JPGs at quality 80–85 — this usually beats letting Facebook re-compress at its own settings.
Cover Video Specs
Facebook also accepts a video for event covers (Pages only, not personal profiles):
- Resolution: 1920 × 1005 px
- Duration: 5–30 seconds
- Format: MP4
- Max file: 100 MB
- Audio: Designed for silent autoplay
Cover videos auto-loop, so end the video on a frame that connects back to the start. No hard cuts to black at the end.
Tips for a High-Performing Event Cover
- Upload at 1920 × 1005 — looks crisp on retina, scales well to small previews
- Keep title, date, and logo in the center 1200 × 1005 safe zone
- Avoid the bottom 25% — Facebook covers it with the event title overlay
- Use display-size text: 72+ px in your design file
- Limit text to 6–8 words on the cover itself
- Pre-compress in sRGB to dodge Facebook's aggressive re-compression
- Need to resize? Use our Facebook Photo Resizer for one-click 1.91:1 cropping.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Facebook event cover photo size?
The Facebook event cover photo size is 1920 × 1005 pixels at a 1.91:1 aspect ratio. This works on both desktop (where it displays at 1200 × 628 px) and mobile (where it crops slightly tighter). Always upload at the larger 1920 px size for sharpness on retina screens.
What is the aspect ratio for a Facebook event cover?
The Facebook event cover aspect ratio is 1.91:1 (roughly 16:8.4). The same ratio Facebook uses for link previews and feed posts. Anything wider gets letterboxed; anything narrower gets cropped on the sides.
Why does my Facebook event cover photo look cropped on mobile?
Facebook crops about 360 pixels off each side of the event cover on mobile. To prevent text or logos from being cut off, design with all critical content inside the center 1200 × 1005 area of your 1920 × 1005 canvas.
What file format should I use for a Facebook event cover?
Use PNG for graphics with text, logos, or sharp edges — PNG keeps text readable. Use JPG for photos and gradients to keep file size small. Save in sRGB color mode at under 500 KB so Facebook does not aggressively re-compress.
Where should I place the event title on the cover?
Place the event title and key details (date, location) in the center 1200 × 1005 area, weighted toward the top half. Avoid the bottom 25% — Facebook overlays the event title text on top of that area in the event card preview.
Can I use a video as a Facebook event cover?
Yes. Facebook supports event cover videos at 1920 × 1005 px, 5–30 seconds long, MP4 format, under 100 MB. Most viewers see the cover with sound off, so design for silent autoplay (no audio-dependent content).
What size should I use for a Facebook event ticket image?
Facebook event ticket / promo images use the same 1920 × 1005 px (1.91:1) cover dimensions. For a separate ticket attachment, 1080 × 1350 px (4:5 portrait) works best for mobile sharing as a screenshot.
Why does the text on my event cover look small?
Event covers display much smaller than they upload — about 1200 × 628 px on desktop and even smaller in feed previews. Use display-size text (72+ px in your design file) and avoid putting more than 6–8 words on the cover.