Discord Avatar Pixel Art
Turn any photo into a Discord-ready pixel-art avatar (PFP): clean edges, strong contrast, and a square export that stays readable at small sizes.
For: Discord users, communities, streamers, and creators
Scenario: You want a consistent retro pixel-art PFP across Discord + social profiles.
In this guide
What makes a good Discord pixel avatar
Discord avatars are displayed very small in many UI places. The goal is readability: a clear silhouette, simple background, and consistent colors.
- Use 1:1 square crop and center the face/logo
- Prefer a flat background (avoid busy photos)
- Keep pixel size slightly larger so details don’t turn into noise
Export checklist (Discord-friendly)
Use this checklist to avoid blur and unreadable results after Discord resizes your image.
- Export PNG (sharpest) and keep it square
- Aim for 256×256 or 512×512 output (Discord will downscale cleanly)
- If it looks soft: use Nearest + increase pixel size
Recommended Settings
- Square crop (1:1) first; make the face/logo occupy most of the frame.
- Pixel size 10–14 is usually more readable for Discord than tiny pixel sizes.
- For photos: Floyd-Steinberg keeps shading; for icons/logos: Nearest keeps edges crisp.
3-step tutorial
Crop for readability
Use a square crop and keep the face/logo large and centered.
Pick a Discord-friendly style
Start with pixel size 12; choose PICO-8 for vibrant colors or grayscale for minimal style.
Export & upload
Download a square PNG and upload it as your Discord avatar.
Example
FAQ
Is my photo uploaded to a server?
No. The conversion runs in your browser.
What export size works best for Discord?
Use a square PNG like 256×256 or 512×512. Discord will downscale it cleanly.
Why does my avatar look messy after pixelation?
Increase pixel size (e.g., 12–14) and reduce colors (maxColors 16–32) to improve readability.
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