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Substack 8:1 · 1456×180

Substack Post Banner

Resize any image to 1456×180 pixels (8:1 aspect ratio) in your browser — no upload, no login, no paywall. Substack publication header banner spec.

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Spec details

Output size
1456×180
Aspect ratio
8:1
Max file size
10 MB
Formats
JPEG, PNG
lossless

💡 For best results, start with an image at least as wide as the target size. Upscaling small images can introduce blur.

Substack publication banner size: the 2026 spec

This guide covers the official spec, format requirements, and the practical workflow imgsize.cc uses to get it right in your browser.

Why these dimensions

Substack publication banners appear at the top of every post. The 1456×180 pixel spec (8:1 ratio) renders sharp on retina displays. Use a brand-aligned graphic or photo.

Specification breakdown

The "safe area" inside the frame

Crop the central content of your image to the central 80% of the frame. Substack Post Banner may crop or overlay UI elements near the edges, so critical content should stay well within the safe zone.

Common mistakes

Frequently asked questions

Does the banner show on the email?

Yes, on both the web archive and email version of every post.

How imgsize.cc handles it

Drop your source image into the workbench above. The crop box defaults to an 8:1 aspect ratio matching Substack's banner spec. Resize, crop, and download as a 1456×180 pixel PNG — all in your browser, no upload required.