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Event Image Requirements and Best Practices

Upload an Event Logo (200×200px min) using event graphics, promotional images, or organizer branding.

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Written by Brandon Austin
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Quick Answer

Upload an Event Logo at minimum 200×200 pixels (400×400 recommended) in JPG, PNG, GIF, or WebP format, with a maximum file size of 5MB. Your Event Logo can be an event promotional graphic, event series branding, or organizer logo. Unlike Profile listings, Event listings don't require a personal photo.

Overview

Your Event Logo is the primary visual identifier for your event on Heritage Web. It appears in search results, event listings, and across all publications where your event is promoted. While optional, events with logos are more visually appealing and receive higher engagement. Choose an image that captures your event's identity and attracts your target audience.

Technical Requirements

Requirement

Specification

Minimum Size

200 × 200 pixels

Recommended Size

400 × 400 pixels or larger

Maximum File Size

5 MB

Aspect Ratio

Square (1:1) recommended

Supported Formats

JPG, JPEG, PNG, GIF, WebP

Display Shape

Circular crop

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare Your Event Image

  1. Create or locate your event promotional graphic

  2. Ensure the image is at least 200×200 pixels

  3. Crop to square dimensions for best display

  4. Keep file size under 5MB

Step 2: Upload Your Event Logo

  1. Go to your Event listing edit page

  2. Click the Event Logo upload area at the top of the page

  3. Select your image file or drag and drop

  4. Wait for the upload to complete

  5. Preview the uploaded image in the circular frame

Step 3: Save and Verify

  1. Check how your Event Logo appears in the preview

  2. Ensure key elements are visible in the circular crop

  3. Click Publish Draft to save changes

  4. Re-upload if the image appears cropped incorrectly

What Makes a Good Event Logo

Good Choices:

  • Event promotional graphic or logo

  • Event series branding (for recurring events)

  • Organizer logo

  • Event theme imagery

  • Professional event graphic with event name

Avoid:

  • Generic stock photos

  • Unrelated images

  • Low-quality or pixelated images

  • Text-heavy images that won't be readable at small sizes

  • Images with important elements at the edges (circular crop)

Event Image Examples by Type

Event Type

Recommended Image

Conference

Conference logo, event banner graphic

Festival

Festival logo, themed promotional image

Workshop

Workshop series logo, topic-related graphic

Networking Event

Organization logo, event series branding

Community Celebration

Event-specific graphic, cultural imagery

Fundraiser

Cause logo, event promotional graphic

Best Practices

Do:

  • Use your official event branding if available

  • Choose a high-resolution source file

  • Ensure the image is recognizable at small sizes (thumbnail view)

  • Center important elements (accounts for circular crop)

  • Use PNG format for graphics with transparency

Don't:

  • Use personal photos (save those for Profile listings)

  • Upload low-resolution or blurry images

  • Include excessive text that won't be readable when small

  • Use images with watermarks

  • Upload previous year's event graphics (unless it's a recurring event series)

Important Notes

  • Event Logo is optional but recommended for better engagement

  • Your Event Logo is always visible when uploaded (no visibility toggle)

  • Changes to your Event Logo trigger a re-review of your listing

  • Your logo displays to all visitors across all assigned publications

  • Events expire after the event date, but your images remain until deletion

FAQs

Is an Event Logo required? No, it's optional. However, events with logos receive more visibility and engagement than those without.

Can I use the same logo for multiple events? Yes, especially for recurring event series. You can use consistent branding across related events.

My event doesn't have a logo. What should I use? You can use your organizing company's logo, create a simple event graphic, or use themed imagery that represents your event.

What if my image isn't square? The system displays Event Logos in a circular frame. For best results, create a square version with the main visual centered.

Can I update the Event Logo after publishing? Yes. Changes trigger a re-review, but your current logo stays visible until the update is approved.

What happens to my Event Logo after the event ends? Your event listing (including images) remains accessible until you delete it or it's automatically archived. Past event images are preserved for reference.

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