Twitch Emote (28px) Resizer28 × 28 px
Resize any image to exactly 28×28px for Twitch. Free, instant, and nothing leaves your browser.
- Dimensions
- 28 × 28 px
- Aspect ratio
- 1:1
- Max file size
- 1MB
- Best format
- PNG
How to resize an image for Twitch
Add your image
Click Choose image or drop a file into the box above. JPG, PNG and WebP all work.
Check the crop
The preset is already set to 28×28px. Drag inside the preview if you want to reposition the crop.
Download
Pick a format and click Download. You get a Twitch Emote (28px) at exactly 28×28px.
Twitch Emote (28px) size at a glance
The 28×28 emote is the size most viewers actually see in Twitch chat. This is the critical test — if the emote isn't readable here, it doesn't work.
Why 28×28 matters
Chat is where emotes live. A beautiful 112px design that becomes an indistinguishable blob at 28px has failed at its primary job.
What happens when the size is wrong
Fine details, thin lines, and subtle expressions disappear entirely. The emote becomes unrecognizable noise in the chat stream.
Best practices
- This size is the ultimate test — design for 28px readability first, then add detail for larger sizes.
- Use bold outlines and high contrast to maintain form at tiny sizes.
- Sometimes manual pixel-level cleanup is needed rather than simple downscaling.
Frequently asked questions
What size should a Twitch Emote (28px) be?
The recommended size for a Twitch Emote (28px) is 28×28 pixels (1:1 aspect ratio). The maximum file size is 1MB.
How do I resize an image for Twitch Emote (28px)?
Upload your image to the resizer above. It will automatically crop and resize to 28×28px. Adjust the crop position if needed, then download the result. Your image never leaves your device.
Which format should I use for a Twitch Emote (28px)?
Twitch accepts PNG. We recommend PNG — Smallest emote size — this is what most viewers see in chat. Must be readable at this tiny size.
Is my image uploaded anywhere?
No. TinyResize runs entirely in your browser. The file is read from your device, resized on your device, and downloaded from your device. Nothing is sent to a server.