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Resize product photos to eBay recommended dimensions in your browser. Files are processed locally and never uploaded.
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Select or drop a product photo.
Choose eBay preset or custom size.
How it works
Three simple steps to prepare perfect product photos for your eBay listings.
Select a product image from your device or drag and drop it into the upload area. The file loads locally in your browser and is never sent to any server. You can preview the original image and check its current dimensions before resizing.
Select from eBay-recommended sizes: 1600x1600 (main image, enables zoom), 1200x1200, 800x800 (minimum for zoom), or 500x500 (absolute minimum). Choose contain mode to fit the image within the size with a white background, or cover mode to fill the entire frame.
Click "Resize for eBay" to process the image, then download the optimized file. JPG format at 90% quality is recommended for eBay as it balances quality and file size. Upload the resized image to your eBay listing for professional-looking product photos that meet all platform requirements.
eBay requirements
Stay compliant with eBay's latest image policies and recommendations.
eBay requires product photos to be at least 500x500 pixels on the longest side. To enable the zoom feature (which can increase sales by up to 10%), images must be at least 800x800 pixels. eBay strongly recommends 1600x1600 pixels for main images, as this provides the best quality for zoom and displays well on all devices from mobile to desktop.
eBay accepts JPEG, PNG, GIF, TIFF, BMP, and WebP formats. JPEG is the most widely used and recommended format for product photos. The maximum file size is 12MB per image. eBay allows up to 24 photos per listing (12 free + 12 additional for a fee in some categories). Always ensure your images are under 12MB to avoid upload failures.
eBay prohibits images with borders, text overlays, watermarks (except your own logo), or promotional content in the first image. The first image must show only the product on a clean background. Additional images can show details, dimensions, and use cases. Avoid using stock photos or images from other listings, as this can lead to policy violations and account restrictions.
Over 60% of eBay buyers browse on mobile devices. Square images (1:1 aspect ratio) display best in eBay's mobile app and search results. Avoid very wide or tall images that may be cropped on mobile screens. Use the contain mode with a white background to ensure your entire product is visible in square format without cropping important details.
Best practices
Professional tips to make your eBay listings stand out and sell faster.
White or light gray backgrounds are standard for eBay product photos and make your products stand out. Use natural, even lighting to avoid harsh shadows. If your photos have distracting backgrounds, use a background remover tool first, then resize with contain mode and a white background for a professional, consistent look across all your listings.
Use all available image slots to show your product from every angle. Include close-ups of any flaws, labels, serial numbers, or unique features. Buyers want to see exactly what they are getting. Transparency about condition builds trust and reduces returns. Resize each image consistently to 1600x1600 for a uniform, professional gallery appearance.
eBay's 12MB limit is generous, but smaller files upload faster and display quicker for buyers. Use JPG format at 85-90% quality for most product photos. This typically produces files under 500KB while maintaining excellent visual quality. Avoid PNG for photos unless you need transparency, as PNG files can be 5-10 times larger than equivalent JPGs.
When you download your resized image, rename the file to include relevant keywords (e.g., "vintage-leather-jacket-size-m-01.jpg"). eBay's search algorithm considers image filenames, and descriptive names also help when buyers save or share your photos. Avoid generic names like "IMG_1234.jpg" that provide no SEO value.
FAQ
Answers to common questions about resizing images for eBay listings.
eBay recommends 1600x1600 pixels for main product images. This size enables the zoom feature, displays perfectly on mobile and desktop, and provides enough detail for buyers to inspect products. The absolute minimum is 500x500 pixels, but images under 800x800 will not support zoom. Square 1:1 aspect ratio is preferred for consistent display in search results.
eBay does automatically resize images for display in search results and on listing pages, but uploading properly sized images gives you better control over quality. If you upload a very large image, eBay's compression may introduce artifacts. If you upload a small image, it will appear blurry when zoomed. Resizing to 1600x1600 before upload ensures the best possible quality at every display size.
No. All processing happens locally in your browser using the HTML5 Canvas API. Your image file never leaves your device. This means your product photos remain private, there are no upload size limits from our servers, and resizing works even with a slow or intermittent internet connection after the page has loaded.
Contain mode fits the entire image within the target dimensions, adding background color (usually white) to fill any empty space. This is ideal for product photos where you want the full product visible. Cover mode scales the image to fill the entire target dimensions, cropping any excess. This works well for images where the subject is centered and you want a full-bleed look without borders.
eBay allows up to 24 photos per listing. The first 12 are free in most categories; additional photos may incur a fee depending on your store subscription and category. Always use the maximum allowed images, as listings with more photos consistently sell faster and at higher prices. Resize all images consistently for a professional gallery.
Yes, eBay accepts PNG format, but JPG is generally recommended for product photos. PNG files are significantly larger than JPGs for photographic content (often 3-10 times bigger), which means slower uploads and longer load times for buyers. PNG is only advantageous if you need a transparent background, but eBay displays images on white backgrounds anyway, so transparency offers little benefit for most listings.
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