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How to use the Spotify playlist cover maker
Learn more about our Spotify playlist cover maker
Your playlist cover is the first thing people see in search, on your profile and when you share a link. A custom cover makes a playlist look cared for and easier to spot among auto-generated mosaics.
Type your playlist name, add an optional subtitle, then choose a layout, palette and font. Add your own photo for the background, or keep flat artwork. When you're happy, download the square cover.
Why a custom playlist cover matters
Without a custom image, Spotify builds a cover from the album art of the first songs, so it changes whenever you reorder tracks. A designed cover stays the same, tells people what the playlist is for and helps it stand out when you share it.
Design for a small square
Covers are often shown at thumbnail size in lists and search results. Keep the name to a few words, use a bold font and make sure the text contrasts strongly with the background. The tool wraps long names onto up to three lines and shrinks the text only when it has to.
Photo or flat artwork?
A photo works well for a mood, a place or an event, like a road trip or a summer party. Turn on the scrim to darken the photo evenly so the name stays readable.
Flat artwork is a dependable choice for a series of playlists. Use the same font and layout with a different palette for each one, so they look like a set on your profile.
Spotify playlist cover maker FAQ
What size is a Spotify playlist cover?
Spotify playlist covers are square. This tool downloads your cover at 1200 × 1200 pixels, which stays sharp when Spotify scales it down.
Is the Spotify playlist cover maker free?
Yes. You can design and download as many covers as you like for free, without an account.
Can I use my own photo?
Yes. Add a JPG, PNG or WebP photo, then adjust its position and zoom. You can add a scrim to darken the photo so your text stays readable.
Which file type does it download?
Flat artwork downloads as a PNG. Covers with a photo download as a JPEG, compressed until the file is under 4 MB.
Are my photos uploaded anywhere?
No. Your photo stays in your browser, and the cover is made on your device.
How do I change a playlist cover in Spotify?
Open the playlist in Spotify, choose to edit its details, then pick the image you downloaded. You can only change the cover on playlists you created.
Share your playlists, and everything else
Download your cover, then add your playlists to your Linktree so fans can find your music, links and socials in one place.
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