Mercari Product Image Size & Requirements (2026)
Quick answer
Mercari doesn't publish official image requirements, so we recommend square photos of 2048 × 2048 pixels saved as JPG. Mercari allows up to 12 photos per listing, says plain backgrounds are best, and recommends natural lighting to capture the item's exact color.
Our recommendation: no official requirement publishedLast checked: October 20, 2026
Resize your product photos for Mercari in seconds. The tool below exports 2048 × 2048 px images with the right margin and background, named and zipped, without uploading anything.
1Add your photos
Drop product photos here or choose files
JPG, PNG or WebP · up to 100 photos
Your photos never leave your device. Everything runs in your browser. Nothing is uploaded.
2Choose marketplaces
3Options
Mercari image specs at a glance
| Recommended size (ours) | 2048 × 2048 px |
|---|---|
| Official pixel size | Not published |
| Photos per listing | Up to 12 |
| Background | Plain backgrounds are best |
| Lighting | Natural lighting |
| Required | Original photos of the item (not only stock photos) |
Mercari image requirements
Mercari doesn't publish official image requirements, so the values on this page are SizeMyListing's recommendation, not Mercari's rules.
- We recommend square photos of 2048 × 2048 pixels.
- Mercari allows up to 12 photos per listing; the first photo is the first thing shoppers see.
- Mercari says plain backgrounds are best, and recommends natural lighting to capture the item's exact color.
- Photograph every side of the item, and show any flaws.
- Include original photos of the item, not only stock photos.
Last checked: October 20, 2026
Mercari's photo tips
- Take as many photos as possible, in natural lighting, to capture the item's exact color.
- Use a plain background so there are no distractions.
- Photograph every side of the item, and call out any flaws.
- The first photo is the first thing shoppers see, and you can rearrange photos at any time.
Why we recommend 2048 × 2048
- A square photo fills Mercari's listing grid without anything being cut off.
- 2048 pixels stays sharp when buyers zoom in, while a JPG this size uploads quickly from a phone.
- For shipping protection, Mercari requires original photos of the item, not only stock photos.
What this tool exports
- Size
- 2048 × 2048 px
- Background
- White by default, any color allowed
- Default margin
- 5%
- Format
- JPG
How to resize photos for Mercari
- Drop your product photos into the box above.
- Keep Mercari ticked (add other marketplaces if you sell there too), and set a file name such as "blue-leather-wallet".
- Click "Resize photos", check the previews and download the ZIP. The "mercari" folder is ready to upload.
Mercari image FAQ
What size should Mercari photos be?
Mercari doesn't publish a required pixel size. We recommend square photos of 2048 × 2048 pixels.
How many photos can I add on Mercari?
Up to 12 photos per listing. The first photo is the first thing shoppers see, and you can rearrange photos at any time.
What background should I use on Mercari?
Mercari says plain backgrounds are best so there aren't any distractions, and recommends natural lighting to capture the item's exact color.
Can I use stock photos on Mercari?
Include original photos of the item. Mercari's shipping protection requires a listing with original photos, not only stock photos.
Are my product photos uploaded to a server?
No. Everything happens in your browser, and your photos never leave your device.
Sources
Mercari's own advice on this page comes from these official pages, last checked on October 20, 2026. The sizes are SizeMyListing's recommendation.