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Google Business Profile Logo and Cover Photo Size (2026) — Specs, Cropping and Design Tips
Recommended sizes for your Google Business Profile logo, cover photo and post images, how Google crops them on phones, and how to design a logo and cover that look sharp in Maps and Search.
By Chamko Research Team Updated 2 min read
Quick answer
Upload a square logo of 720 × 720 px (minimum 250 × 250), JPG or PNG, with the mark centred and no tiny text. For the cover photo, use a sharp landscape image around 1024 × 576 px (16:9) showing your real storefront or best product, with the subject in the centre. Keep files between about 10 KB and 5 MB. Google crops images differently on phones, Maps and Search, so keep important details away from the edges.
Quick answer: Upload a square logo of 720 × 720 px (minimum 250 × 250), JPG or PNG, with the mark centred and no tiny text. For the cover photo, use a sharp landscape image around 1024 × 576 px (16:9) showing your real storefront or best product, with the subject in the centre. Keep files between about 10 KB and 5 MB. Google crops images differently on phones, Maps and Search, so keep important details away from the edges.
Size cheat sheet
| Image | Recommended size | Minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Logo | 720 × 720 px (square) | 250 × 250 px | Shown small and often round-cropped |
| Cover photo | ~1024 × 576 px (16:9) | ~480 × 270 px | Google may show another photo instead |
| Other photos | 720 × 720 px or larger | 250 × 250 px | Real, recent, unfiltered |
| Post image | Landscape ~1200 × 900 px (4:3) works well | — | Centre the subject; edges may crop |
Exact display sizes vary by device and Google may change them, so these are safe working sizes rather than official pixel-perfect specs.
Designing a logo that works at tiny sizes
- Simple mark, bold shapes: your logo may appear as small as a fingertip.
- Centre it with padding: round crops cut corners.
- Avoid long taglines and phone numbers — unreadable and against photo guidelines.
- High contrast: a coloured background often looks better than transparent PNG on Google's white and dark modes.
Choosing a cover photo
Pick the one image that makes a stranger want to visit:
- Shops and restaurants: storefront in daylight with signboard visible, or your signature dish.
- Clinics and offices: clean reception with natural light.
- Service businesses: your team at work or branded vehicle.
Avoid collages, posters with offers, and stock images.
Why Google shows a different image
Google picks the image it thinks best matches the search. The way to "control" this is to upload many high-quality photos of everything customers search for. See photos not showing.
How to change logo and cover
Open your profile → Edit profile → Photos (or Add photo) → choose Logo or Cover. Changes may take a day to appear.
Frequently asked questions
Can my logo be a PNG with transparency?
It's allowed, but transparent backgrounds can look odd on dark mode. A solid background is safer.
Why is my logo blurry?
It was uploaded too small or compressed. Upload at least 720 × 720 px.
Should my cover show an offer?
No — use posts for offers. The cover should show your real business.
Does Chamko use my logo?
Yes. Chamko places your logo and brand colour on every branded post design automatically.