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eBay photo size checker
The only hard size rule on eBay is 500 pixels minimum on the longest side, with about 1600 x 1600 recommended for crisp zoom. Drop a photo and this tool verifies size, format and the 12 MB file limit locally in your browser.
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How to use it
One minimum, one limit, no ratio
eBay keeps the technical side simple: your photos need at least 500 pixels on the longest side, and each file can be up to 12 MB when you upload from your computer. There is no enforced aspect ratio, so square and landscape photos both work. Around 1600 x 1600 is the commonly recommended target because it stays sharp when buyers zoom. If your photo is under 500 px, retake or re-export at the real source resolution — upscaling a small file only makes it blurry. This tool reads your file's dimensions and size instantly, so you can batch-check the photos for your next listings.
Real numbers
eBay photo size specifications
| Requirement | Specification |
|---|---|
| Minimum photo size | At least 500 pixels on the longest side |
| Recommended size | Around 1600 x 1600 pixels for best quality |
| File size limit | Up to 12 MB per photo |
| Photo count | At least 1; up to 24 photos per listing |
| Main photo | First photo added — appears in search results |
| Background | Neutral, usually white |
Source: eBay Help — Picture policy & Adding pictures to your listings, verified 2026-09-20 — ebay.com/help
Practical guide
Sizing photos for eBay listings
- Shoot high, export mid. Phone cameras shoot 3000–4000 px. Export at about 1600 px on the longest side for a good balance of sharpness and fast uploads.
- Keep files under a few MB. The hard cap is 12 MB, but huge files slow the listing form and mobile uploads. JPEG at quality 80–90 usually lands well under 2 MB at 1600 px.
- Lead with the money shot. The first photo is your search ad. Make it the cleanest, face-on shot of the whole item rather than a detail crop.
- Batch-check before listing. Run every photo through this checker before you start the listing form — catching a 480 px export before upload beats getting the listing removed later.
eBay keeps stored copies of your photos in completed listings for up to 90 days, and you can reuse them when you relist an item or create a similar listing. That makes a clean 1600 px export worth keeping: one good master photo per item can be reused across relists without re-photographing. File size behaves differently from pixel size — a 1600 px JPEG at high quality can still stay under 2 MB, while a 3000 px PNG of the same scene might pass 12 MB and fail. For photos, JPEG compression is the reliable tool; for screenshots and graphics, convert to JPEG or reduce resolution before upload.
FAQ
Common questions
What is the minimum photo size on eBay?
At least 500 pixels on the longest side. Around 1600 x 1600 pixels is recommended for the best quality and zoom experience.
How big can eBay photos be in MB?
Each photo can be up to 12 MB when uploaded from your computer. Larger files fail or slow the upload, so keep exports near 1–3 MB.
Can I use a square photo on eBay?
Yes, square photos are fine and common on eBay. The requirement is the longest side at least 500 pixels; there is no enforced ratio.
Does photo size affect eBay search placement?
A listing missing the 500 px minimum or other picture policy rules can be removed. Larger, clear photos help buyers and are linked to higher sell-through.
How do I fix a photo that is under 500 pixels?
Upscaling lowers quality, so re-export from the source at a larger size, or retake the photo with your phone camera which typically shoots far above 500 px.
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