Seller spec
eBay photo size requirements (2026)
September 2026
eBay listing images should be sharp enough for the gallery zoom. A practical Fernpix gate is 1600 px or more on the longest side, square-friendly framing, JPG or PNG. Pure white is not required for every category, but clean edges and no HEIC still matter.
eBay listing image numbers
| Rule | Number to hit |
|---|---|
| Gallery size | 1600 px or more on the longest side |
| Framing | Square-friendly 1:1 |
| Format | JPEG or PNG — not HEIC |
| File size | Typically under 12 MB |
Gallery first
Buyers judge the gallery before the description. Soft, small, or heavily cropped phone shots lose trust even when the listing text is fine.
Before you list
- Longest side ≥ 1600 px
- Clean 1:1 framing
- JPG/PNG only
FAQ
What size should eBay photos be?
Aim for 1600 px or more on the longest side so gallery zoom looks sharp. Fernpix also checks square-friendly framing and format.