How to set Facebook Cover Picture

A cover is the larger photo at the top of your timeline, right above your profile picture. Note: Like your profile picture, cover images are public, which means anyone visiting your timeline will be able to see them.

We’ve found that people have a better experience viewing your timeline when they see a cover that is as unique and individualized as you are. This helps people learn more about you. It also helps us prevent spam, fake profiles, and other content that can detract from your experience on Facebook. An easy way to ensure your cover image is unique is to choose an image from your life, like a photo from a wedding, day at the beach, or birthday party. If you want to use a photo to show solidarity or express support for a cause or organization, you can still post a status or a photo and feature it on your timeline.

To add a cover image to your timeline:

  1. Go to your timeline
  2. Click Add a Cover
  3. Choose whether you want to upload a new photo or pick a photo from one of your existing photo albums
  4. Once you choose a photo, you can reposition it by clicking on the image and dragging it up or down
  5. Click Save

Note: Your cover image has to be at least 720 pixels wide.

 

What’s the difference between the cover photo and a profile picture?

Your profile picture is the picture that friends see next to your name everywhere on the site. This is how people recognize you. Your cover is the large image at the top of your timeline. This is your chance to feature a unique image that represents who you are or what you care about.Note: Like your profile picture, cover images are public, which means anyone will be able to see them. 

How do I edit my cover picture?

To edit your cover image:

  1. Go to your timeline
  2. Hover over your cover image
  3. Click Edit Cover at the bottom-right of your cover image
  4. Pick on of the options from the pop-up menu (ex: upload a new photo, reposition your current cover photo, or delete your cover)
  5. Save your changes

How big should my facebook cover picture be?

In order to properly display a facebook cover picture, it has to be minimum 720 pixels wide. You can re arrange/crop the photos once it has been uploaded.