Podcast Artwork Validator

Knowledge Base

Apple Podcasts and Spotify Artwork Requirements

• Dimensions: Square image, minimum 1400×1400px, maximum 3000×3000px.
• Format: JPEG or PNG.
• Colour space: RGB (not CMYK), browsers automatically decode images to RGB for display, so a colour-space mismatch in the original file isn't something this tool can detect directly. If colours look off after upload, re-export from your design tool in RGB mode.
• File size: Most podcast hosts cap artwork around 512KB to 2MB even though Apple's own spec doesn't set a hard limit. Check your specific host's requirement if this tool flags your file as large.

Why the Small Preview Matters Most

Your artwork gets seen at app-icon and search-result scale far more often than full-size. A design that looks great at 3000px can become an illegible blur at 55px. Check the small preview above specifically for text legibility and whether the main subject is still recognisable.

FAQ

Q: My image is 1200×1200, can I still use it?
A: No, Apple Podcasts requires a minimum of 1400×1400px. Re-export or upscale carefully from your original design file rather than the small version.

Q: Does a non-square image get rejected automatically?
A: Podcast platforms specifically require square artwork. A rectangular image will either be rejected or cropped unpredictably, so always export it square from your design tool.