Substack Banner Maker
Make a 1100 × 220 image with your own title and photo. A 5:1 strip of 1100 × 220 is a common size for newsletter headers.
Preview at 1100 × 220.
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.
Substack Banner size
| Size | 1100 × 220 px (5:1) |
|---|---|
| Exported file | 2200 × 440 px |
| File types | PNG or JPG |
| Good to know | A 5:1 strip of 1100 × 220 is a common size for newsletter headers. |
Platforms change their requirements now and then, so check the upload screen for current limits.
How to make a substack banner
- Type a short title. The text resizes itself to fit the 1100 × 220 shape.
- Choose a background and text color. Pick Round photo on the right to keep the left side free.
- 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 your Substack publication settings.
Design tips for a 1100×220 image
- This shape is very wide and short, so use a few large words instead of a sentence.
- Keep important text near the center, and leave a little margin at both ends so nothing touches the edge.
- 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 substack banner?
A 5:1 strip of 1100 × 220 is a common size for newsletter headers. This page creates 1100 × 220 pixels and exports 2200 × 440.
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.