Resize Image for Reddit Community Banner Online Free
Produce 1920×384 header artwork tuned for subreddit styling workflows — separate from Twitter (1500×500) or Facebook cover pixels so volunteer mods stop guessing ratios.
Drop image here or tap to upload
JPG, PNG, WebP, HEIC — up to 20 MB
What this tool solves
Moderators paste Twitter headers into Reddit and lose messaging along the sides. This URL isolates Reddit banner dimensions so volunteer teams can collaborate without Adobe seats — exporting directly from browser.
Recommended specification
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Canvas | 1920 × 384 px |
| Ratio | 5∶1 ultra-wide |
| Brand usage | Align logos centre-left for desktop readability |
| Follow-up | Compress only if Reddit warns about upload speed |
How to use
- Start from ultra-wide photography or vector slices.
- Resize with Contain or Cover, export JPG.
- Upload under community appearance settings and iterate.
Best practices
- Use subtle gradients — harsh horizontal bands show compression artefacts.
- Coordinate with mobile Snoo placement — keep copy central.
Common mistakes
- Vertical posters resized blindly — becomes unreadable micro-text.
- Ignoring dark-mode Reddit backgrounds — test contrast.
Privacy and quality
Local workflow protects embargoed community rebrands.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Reddit crop banners differently on mobile?
Yes — Reddit applies responsive layouts; 1920×384 is a desktop-oriented planning canvas. Preview inside Reddit after upload and adjust safe zones.
Can moderators use this for old.reddit vs redesign?
Visual treatments differ between interfaces — always verify both if your community still has legacy traffic.
Is this free?
Yes — ImageTool does not charge for browser-side resizing.
Are banners uploaded to ImageTool?
No — nothing leaves your device during resizing.
What format downloads?
JPEG from ResizeTool — suitable for Reddit’s image pipeline.
Can I shrink file size after?
Yes — run Compress JPG if Reddit warns about large uploads.