Telegram sticker size and format
| Type | Size | Format | Other limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Static sticker | One side exactly 512 px, the other 512 px or less | PNG or WEBP | Transparent background recommended |
| Video sticker | One side exactly 512 px, the other 512 px or less | WEBM (VP9), no sound | Up to 3 seconds, 30 FPS and 256 KB |
| Animated sticker | 512 × 512 px canvas | TGS (Lottie) | Up to 3 seconds at 60 FPS, 64 KB |
| Custom emoji | Exactly 100 × 100 px | PNG, WEBP, WEBM or TGS | Same rules as stickers |
| Sticker set icon | Exactly 100 × 100 px | PNG or WEBP | Up to 128 KB |
Source: Telegram's sticker guidelines and the Bot API documentation.
How to make a Telegram sticker from a photo
- Cut out the subject in a photo editor so the background is transparent, and save it as PNG.
- Upload it above, choose Sticker and keep the outline and shadow on: Telegram's guidelines suggest a transparent background, a white stroke and a black shadow.
- Download the file.
- In Telegram, open @Stickers (the official bot or its mini app), create a new set, upload the file and pick an emoji for it.
Telegram apps also have a built-in Sticker Editor: open the sticker panel in any chat and tap + to turn a photo into a sticker.
How many stickers fit in a set
According to the Bot API, a regular sticker set holds up to 120 stickers and a custom emoji set up to 200. Anyone can create custom emoji, but using them in messages needs Telegram Premium. Other app limits are listed in Telegram limits.
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Frequently asked questions
What size is a Telegram sticker?
One side must be exactly 512 pixels and the other 512 pixels or less, as a PNG or WEBP image. Video stickers use the same size as WEBM files of up to 3 seconds and 256 KB.
What size is a Telegram custom emoji?
Exactly 100 × 100 pixels, for both images and videos.
Does a Telegram sticker need a transparent background?
It is not required, but Telegram recommends a transparent background with a white outline and a black shadow so the sticker stands out.
How many stickers can a Telegram pack have?
Up to 120 in a regular set and up to 200 in a custom emoji set, according to the Bot API.
Is my image uploaded anywhere?
No. The image is resized in your browser and never leaves your device.
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