What is the Discord image upload limit?

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Discord free accounts can upload files up to 8MB. Discord Nitro raises this to 500MB. Server icons should be 512×512 PNG with a transparent background.

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Max File Size

8,192 KB

Recommended Format

PNG

Dimensions

1280×720 for shared images, 512×512 for server icons

Discord Compression Tips

1.Discord free accounts have 8MB upload limit per file
2.Server icons must be square — use 512×512 PNG with transparency
3.Discord Nitro raises the file limit to 500MB
4.Use PNG for server icons and emojis to preserve transparency

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