How to resize an image to 800x800
- Choose or drop your images above.
- Keep “Crop to fill” for an exact 800x800 result, or pick “Fit inside” to avoid cropping.
- Download the resized files individually or as a ZIP.
About 800x800 pixels
A 800x800 image is square, with an aspect ratio of 1:1, and holds 0.64 megapixels. At 300 DPI it would print at about 2.7 x 2.7 inches (6.8 x 6.8 cm). As a JPEG it usually lands between 70KB and 141KB, depending on the picture and the quality you choose.
Where 800x800 is used
The size YouTube recommends for a channel icon. It is shown small in comments and large on the channel page.
- Check the platform help page before you upload. Recommended sizes change from time to time.
- Export from your editor at exactly this size, so the platform does not recompress and blur the picture.
- Keep key text and faces away from the edges, because apps crop and place buttons near them.
Crop to fill or fit inside?
Crop to fill always gives exactly 800x800 by trimming the edges that do not match the shape. Fit inside keeps the whole picture and scales it so neither side exceeds 800x800, which can leave one side shorter. For a typical 4:3 phone photo, crop to fill removes about 25% of the picture. A 3:2 camera photo loses about 33%, a 16:9 screenshot about 44%, and a square image about 0%.
Quality and format
Check the result before you upload
Open the finished file and check three things: the picture measures 800x800, the subject is not cut off, and the file is small enough for where you upload it. If a platform sets a size limit, run the result through the online compression tool or choose a limit such as 200KB.
A tip for this size
Use a simple design that stays recognisable when shrunk to a tiny circle. Need another size? Try 1000x1000, 1024x1024, 600x600, the general image resizer, or browse every size preset.
Frequently asked questions
Why is my image not exactly 800x800?
You are probably using Fit inside, which never crops. Switch to Crop to fill for exact dimensions.
How big will a 800x800 file be?
As a JPEG, usually between 70KB and 141KB. Photos with lots of fine detail come out larger, and simple graphics smaller. Lower the quality for a smaller file.
Is 800x800 the right size for channel and brand icons?
It is a widely used size for channel and brand icons, but platforms and agencies change their rules. Check the current guidelines before you upload.
Will detail survive at 800x800?
At small sizes fine detail disappears. Crop in close on the main subject and use a simple, high-contrast picture for the best result.