SVG vs PNG for Discord Banners

Discord accepts PNG/JPEG/GIF for banners — not SVG directly — so here's how to design in vector and deliver a sharp raster result.

Discord's Upload Requirements

Discord server banners and user profile banners require PNG, JPEG, GIF, or (for animated banners on boosted servers) APNG/GIF uploads at specific dimensions — SVG is not an accepted upload format for any banner slot, so your design workflow needs a conversion step regardless of how you create the artwork.

Discord banners require PNG/JPEG/GIF — no direct SVG upload
Specific pixel dimensions apply per banner type (server vs. profile)
Animated banners need boosted server status and GIF/APNG format

Designing in Vector, Exporting to Spec

Design your banner artwork as SVG for precision and easy editing, then export a PNG at Discord's exact required dimensions for the specific banner slot — this workflow gives you sharp text and logos (common banner failure points) while satisfying the platform's raster-only upload requirement.

SVG design workflow keeps text and logos sharp before final export
Export PNG at Discord's exact specified banner dimensions
Check current Discord documentation for dimensions, which have changed over time

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does my Discord banner text look blurry after uploading?

The source image was likely below Discord's required resolution and got upscaled. Design at or above the exact required dimensions in a vector tool, then export a properly sized PNG rather than stretching a smaller image.

Can I make an animated Discord banner from vector artwork?

Yes — animate your vector design in a tool like After Effects or a web-based SVG animation tool, then export as GIF or APNG at Discord's required dimensions (available on boosted servers or Nitro profile banners).

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