Yes, you can change your Spotify playlist picture on most devices
You can change the cover image for any playlist you created yourself on Spotify's mobile app, desktop app, and web player. The steps differ slightly depending on which device you use, but the process takes less than a minute. You cannot change the cover of playlists made by Spotify or other users — only your own.
Spotify lets you upload a photo from your device, choose from Spotify's built-in image library, or use a solid color as your playlist cover. The image appears next to your playlist name everywhere it shows up: in your library, in search results, and when you share the playlist with others.
Key Takeaways
- You can only change the cover of playlists you created; Spotify's official playlists and playlists made by other users cannot be edited by you.
- On the mobile app, tap the three dots next to your playlist name, select "Edit Playlist," and choose a new image from your phone or Spotify's library.
- On desktop or web, right-click the playlist cover or click the pencil icon, then upload an image or pick from available options.
- Image files should be at least 300 by 300 pixels for the best quality, though Spotify will resize smaller images automatically.
How to change your playlist picture on the Spotify mobile app
Open Spotify and go to the playlist you want to edit. Tap the three vertical dots (the menu icon) in the top right corner of the playlist page. Select "Edit Playlist" from the menu that appears.
Tap the current playlist cover image. A menu will pop up with three options: take a photo, choose from your phone's photo library, or pick from Spotify's image collection. Select whichever option you prefer. If you choose a photo from your phone, Spotify will let you crop and position it before saving. Once you confirm your choice, the new cover appears when ready.
How to change your playlist picture on Spotify desktop
Launch Spotify on your computer and navigate to the playlist you want to change. Hover your mouse over the playlist cover image — a pencil icon will appear in the center. Click that pencil icon.
A window opens where you can upload an image from your computer or choose from Spotify's built-in options. To upload your own image, click "Choose File" and select a photo from your device. Spotify accepts JPG, PNG, and other common image formats. After you select or upload an image, click "Done" and the change takes effect right away.
How to change your playlist picture on Spotify web
Go to Spotify.com, log in, and find the playlist you want to edit in your library. Right-click directly on the playlist cover image. A context menu will appear with an option to change the image.
Click that option and you will see the same upload window as the desktop version. You can upload a file from your computer or select from Spotify's image library. Once you confirm, the new cover displays across all your devices within seconds.
Image size and format requirements
Spotify recommends uploading images that are at least 300 by 300 pixels, though the platform will accept and resize smaller images. The image should be square — if you upload a rectangular photo, Spotify will crop it to fit. Supported formats include JPG, PNG, GIF, and BMP.
If your image is smaller than 300 by 300 pixels, it may appear blurry or pixelated on larger screens. If you are uploading a photo from your phone, most modern phones take photos large enough that this is not a problem. For best results, use an image that is 1000 by 1000 pixels or larger.
What happens when you change a playlist cover
The new image appears when ready on the device where you made the change. On other devices where you are logged into Spotify, the cover updates within a few seconds to a few minutes, depending on your internet connection. Anyone you have shared the playlist with will see the new cover the next time they refresh their app or browser.
Changing the cover does not affect the songs in the playlist, the playlist name, or any other settings. Your followers will still see all the same music — only the visual appearance changes.
Troubleshooting: why your playlist cover might not change
If you cannot find the edit option, make sure you created the playlist yourself. Playlists made by Spotify (like "New Music Daily" or "Today's Top Hits") and playlists created by other users cannot be edited by you, even if you follow them. You can only edit playlists that appear under "Your Playlists" in your library.
If the edit button appears but the image will not upload, try a smaller file size or a different image format. If the cover still will not change, log out of Spotify completely, close the app, and log back in. This usually fixes temporary glitches. On web, try clearing your browser cache or using a different browser.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use any image as my playlist cover?
You can use any image file on your device, but Spotify will crop it to a square. Avoid very small images (under 300 by 300 pixels) because they may look blurry. Spotify does not block specific types of images, but offensive or explicit content may violate Spotify's terms of service.
Will changing my playlist cover affect the songs in it?
No. Changing the cover image does not touch the playlist contents, name, description, or any other settings. Only the visual appearance changes.
Can I change the cover of a playlist someone else made?
No. You can only edit playlists you created yourself. If you want a different cover for someone else's playlist, you can create your own version with the same songs and use any cover you want.
What image size works best for a playlist cover?
Spotify recommends at least 300 by 300 pixels, but 1000 by 1000 pixels or larger gives the sharpest result on all screen sizes. The image must be square or Spotify will crop it to fit.
How long does it take for the new cover to show on all my devices?
The cover changes when ready on the device where you made the edit. On other devices, it usually updates within a few seconds to a few minutes once you refresh the app or browser.