How to Change Your Discord Profile Picture (2026 Guide)

So, you've found the perfect image—maybe a sick anime character or a chill aesthetic vibe—but you're stuck on how to actually get it onto your profile. Don't worry, I've got you.

Your Discord Profile Picture (PFP) is your digital face. It's the first thing people see in servers, DMs, and voice calls. Keeping it fresh is key to expressing yourself. In this guide, I'll walk you through exactly how to change it on any device, plus some pro-tips to ensure it looks crisp.

The Golden Rules: Sizes & Formats (2026 Update)

Before we dive into the "how-to", let's make sure your image is actually ready. Discord can be picky.

How to Change PFP on Desktop (PC/Mac)

This is where you have the most control. I recommend doing it here if you need to crop a large image.

1. Open Discord and look for the Gear Icon (⚙️) near your username at the bottom left.
2. Click Profiles (it used to be "My Account", but they moved it!).
3. Hover over your current avatar and click Change Avatar.
4. Upload your image. Discord will let you zoom and rotate.
5. Hit Save Changes. Boom, done.

How to Change PFP on Mobile

On the go? No problem. The mobile app makes it super quick.

1. Tap your profile icon in the bottom right corner.
2. Tap your big profile picture at the top.
3. Tap Changes Avatar.
4. Pick from your gallery. Tip: Use "Edit" in your photos app first to crop it square!
5. Save.

Common Issues & Fixes

"My PFP is blurry!"

This usually happens if you upload a tiny image (like 64x64) or a massive one that Discord compresses badly. Stick to 512x512 or check out our Deep Dive on PFP Optimization.

"The GIF isn't moving"

Sad news: You need Discord Nitro for animated avatars. If you have Nitro and it's still frozen, make sure the file is actually a .GIF and not converted to a static .WEB? or .JPG by accident.