Kindle Ebook Cover Maker
Make a 1600 × 2560 image with your own title and photo. Amazon recommends a 1.6 height-to-width ratio for ebook covers. 1600 × 2560 fits it.
Preview at 1600 × 2560.
Auto picks the biggest size that fits. Choose a number for exact control, from 12 to 600 px.
Your photo stays on this device. It is never uploaded.
A short video ad plays first, and your download starts as soon as it ends. That is how this tool stays free.
Kindle Ebook Cover size
| Size | 1600 × 2560 px (5:8) |
|---|---|
| Exported file | 1600 × 2560 px |
| File types | PNG or JPG |
| Good to know | Amazon recommends a 1.6 height-to-width ratio for ebook covers. 1600 × 2560 fits it. |
Platforms change their requirements now and then, so check the upload screen for current limits.
How to make a kindle ebook cover
- Type a short title. The text resizes itself to fit the 1600 × 2560 shape.
- Choose a background and text color. Pick Full background for a scene, or a round photo for a logo.
- Turn on Show safe zone guide to check that nothing important sits too close to the edges.
- Keep the format on JPG, then click Download banner. A short video ad plays first, then your file downloads.
- Upload it in Kindle Direct Publishing at the Content step.
Design tips for a 1600×2560 image
- Place the main message in the middle. The top and bottom of tall images are often covered by buttons or cropped.
- Stack short lines. Tall layouts work best with two or three short lines of text.
- Need a different size? Use the Banner size menu above to switch to another preset or type your own width and height.
Frequently asked questions
What size is a kindle ebook cover?
Amazon recommends a 1.6 height-to-width ratio for ebook covers. 1600 × 2560 fits it. This page creates 1600 × 2560 pixels and exports 1600 × 2560.
Is there a watermark?
No. The file you download is exactly what you see in the preview.
Is my photo uploaded anywhere?
No. The banner is drawn in your browser, so your text and photo never leave your device.