Pure black (#000000) images in every standard
size and format. Click any download button to save instantly — no signup, no watermark.
Custom Size
Standard HD & UHD
640 × 480
480p — VGA
1280 × 720
720p — HD
1920 × 1080
1080p — Full HD
2048 × 1080
2K — DCI
2560 × 1440
1440p — QHD
3840 × 2160
4K — UHD
5120 × 2880
5K — Retina
7680 × 4320
8K — UHD
Square
100 × 100
Favicon / Tiny icon
400 × 400
Profile picture
500 × 500
Thumbnail
800 × 800
Product image
1000 × 1000
E-commerce / Album art
1080 × 1080
Instagram square
1200 × 1200
High-res square
2000 × 2000
Print-ready square
Mobile Portrait
375 × 667
iPhone 6/7/8
375 × 812
iPhone X / 11 Pro
390 × 844
iPhone 12 / 13 / 14
393 × 852
iPhone 15 / 15 Pro
360 × 800
Android — common
412 × 915
Pixel 6 / Galaxy S
1170 × 2532
iPhone 14 — @3x
1080 × 2400
Android FHD+
Social Media
1200 × 628
Facebook / OG image
1280 × 720
YouTube thumbnail
1500 × 500
Twitter / X header
1080 × 1350
Instagram portrait post
1080 × 1920
Instagram / TikTok story
1200 × 630
LinkedIn / Facebook post
2560 × 1440
YouTube channel art
1584 × 396
LinkedIn banner
Tablet & Monitor
768 × 1024
iPad portrait
1024 × 768
iPad landscape
1536 × 2048
iPad Retina portrait
1280 × 800
Android tablet
1366 × 768
Laptop common
1440 × 900
MacBook Air
2560 × 1600
MacBook Pro Retina
2048 × 2048
App icon max
Black Image Download —
Free, Pure #000000, Every Size and Format
A black image is a flat, pure black digital file — hex #000000, RGB
rgb(0, 0, 0) — used across design, development, social media, photography, and everyday
digital tasks. WhiteScreenHD generates and delivers black background images instantly
in your browser across every standard resolution, from a 100×100 favicon to an
8K (7680×4320) black wallpaper, in PNG, JPG, WEBP, and SVG formats.
Everything is free. No account, no watermark, no file size limit, no server upload. Your image is
generated using the HTML5 Canvas API directly in your browser — your download goes straight to your
device and nothing is transmitted to our servers.
What Format Should I
Download My Black Image In?
The right format depends entirely on how you plan
to use the file. Here's the practical guide.
PNGLossless · Transparency · Universal
Black image PNG is the most
versatile choice. It's lossless (every pixel is exact #000000 with no compression
artifacts), supports full transparency, and is the standard format for UI design tools,
mockups, and web development. Use PNG for Figma files, Photoshop layers, app assets, and
anywhere pixel accuracy matters. For a solid black image with no transparent areas, PNG files
are slightly larger than necessary — but they're universally supported and always correct.
JPGSmallest file size · Wallpapers · Email
Black color image JPG produces
the smallest file size for a flat solid colour. Because the entire image is one uniform colour,
the JPG compression algorithm achieves near-perfect quality at very small file sizes. Use JPG
for wallpapers, email attachments, printed materials, and any context where file size matters
more than perfect pixel fidelity. For a pure black image specifically, a JPG and a PNG are
perceptually identical.
WEBPModern web standard · Best compression
WEBP is the modern web standard.
Smaller than PNG with better quality than JPG, supported in all browsers released since 2020.
If you're embedding a black background image into a webpage — as a hero
section, overlay, or lazy-loaded placeholder — WEBP is the right choice.
SVG~150 bytes · Infinitely scalable · CSS-ready
SVG is the smartest format for a
solid black background in any code-based context. The entire file is under 200 bytes
regardless of the declared dimensions because SVG describes the colour mathematically rather
than pixel by pixel. A 4K SVG black image and a 100×100 SVG black image are the same file
size. Use SVG for CSS backgrounds, design systems, icon sets, and any situation where the
image will be referenced in code.
PDFPrint workflows · Presentations
If you need a black image PDF
for a print workflow, presentation template, or document design, use the Custom Size tool above
to generate your black image at the required dimensions in PNG, then open it in any PDF viewer
or design tool (Canva, Illustrator, InDesign, Google Slides) and export as PDF. Direct PDF
generation from the browser canvas isn't supported, but the PNG → PDF conversion takes seconds
in any tool.
400×400 Black Image —
Perfect for Profile Pictures
The 400×400 black image is one of the most downloaded sizes on this page — and for
good reason. It's the standard dimension for profile pictures across most major platforms.
A black image profile picture (also called a black image pfp) is
used by people who want a temporary placeholder while updating their profile, a minimal or
anonymous-looking account aesthetic, a test account or development environment where a real photo
isn't needed, a period of mourning or social media blackout, or simply a clean, neutral profile
presence.
Platform compatibility
Twitter/X
400×400
Discord
400×400
Reddit
400×400
Steam
184×184
Instagram
110×110 shown
Facebook
170×170
Download the 400×400 black image PNG from the Square section above, or use the Custom Size tool to
enter exactly 400 × 400 with your preferred format.
Black Image for Social
Media — Every Platform Size
A black screen image or black background image is frequently needed
as a placeholder, template base, or aesthetic post across social platforms. Here are the correct
dimensions for each, all available above.
Instagram black image
The three formats Instagram uses:
1080×1080 (square post), 1080×1350 (portrait post — the
format that takes up more feed space), and 1080×1920 (Story or Reel). The
portrait format (1080×1350) is the most effective for feed presence. A black image
portrait at these dimensions is widely used as a minimalist post, a grid reset
strategy, or a placeholder before content is ready.
How to create a pure black background image
for social media posts
The fastest method is this page. Select your
platform's required dimensions from the presets above (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn,
TikTok are all listed), choose PNG or JPG, and click download. The image is pure
#000000 with no gradients, borders, watermarks, or metadata. For Stories and
Reels, use the 1080×1920 preset. For feed posts, use 1080×1080 or 1080×1350.
YouTube black image
The YouTube thumbnail size
(1280×720) and channel art size (2560×1440) are both
available in the Social Media section above. A black thumbnail is commonly used as a
placeholder before final artwork is ready, or deliberately as a minimalist visual style.
Twitter/X black image
The Twitter/X header banner
(1500×500) and profile image (400×400) are both in the
presets above. A black header combined with a black profile image creates a fully blacked-out
profile appearance.
Facebook and LinkedIn black image
Facebook's recommended OG image and post size
(1200×628) and LinkedIn's post image and banner (1200×630
and 1584×396) are both available in the Social Media section.
Black Image for Wallpaper
and Display
A black wallpaper image at your screen's native resolution is one of the most
functional downloads available here, particularly if you have an OLED screen.
On OLED, AMOLED, and QLED displays, a pure black wallpaper (#000000) turns off the
individual pixels in the dark areas of the screen, reducing power consumption by up to 60–80%
compared to a white or colourful wallpaper. This is not a software trick — OLED pixels that display
true black are physically off. A black wallpaper directly extends battery life on OLED phones and
laptops.
Desktop monitors & laptops
1920×1080 (Full HD), 2560×1440 (QHD),
3840×2160 (4K) — all in Standard HD & UHD above.
MacBook wallpaper
MacBook Air (1440×900) and MacBook Pro Retina
(2560×1600) — in Tablet & Monitor section.
Phone wallpaper
Exact pixel dimensions for every current iPhone
and Android model — in Mobile Portrait section.
For a black phone wallpaper, the Mobile Portrait section lists exact point
dimensions for every current iPhone and Android model. The iPhone 15/15 Pro uses 393×852 points —
the download scales correctly in iOS without any blurriness.
Black Image for Design,
Photography, and Commercial Use
Every image on this page is free for commercial use. There are no licensing
restrictions, attribution requirements, or copyright claims on a flat #000000 image.
Pure black is a colour value, not a creative work — it cannot be copyrighted. Download any size, in
any format, for any project — personal, commercial, editorial, print, or digital — without any
restriction.
UI Design Placeholder
A black image PNG at any
dimension works as a placeholder in Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or Framer wherever an image
asset will be added later. Black creates maximum contrast for overlaid text and icons
during the prototyping phase, and is visually distinct from white or grey placeholders.
Photography Backdrop
A large black image JPG (4K
or 8K) can be printed as a seamless paper or vinyl photography backdrop, or displayed on a
large monitor as a digital dark background for product photography, portrait work, and
still-life setups. See our black screen tool for the
full-screen display version.
Video Production
A 1920×1080 black image PNG
imports cleanly into Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, or CapCut as a blank
dark slide, b-roll filler, letterbox fill, or safe-zone overlay. Use the 1:1 format
(1080×1080) for social media cutdowns and the 9:16 Story format (1080×1920) for vertical
content.
App Icon & Favicon
A black 1024×1024 PNG is the
maximum size accepted by Apple App Store and Google Play for app icons. The
100×100 square is sized for favicons and small UI icons. Both are in the
Square section above.
E-commerce & Product Images
A black background image at
800×800 or 1000×1000 is widely used in e-commerce listings (Amazon, Etsy, Shopify) as a
temporary placeholder before product photography is ready, ensuring the listing is active
with the correct image slot dimensions while the final photo is in production.
CSS & Web Background
Use a black WEBP or SVG as a
CSS background image for hero sections, video overlays, modal backdrops, or loading
screens. SVG format is best — the entire file is under 200 bytes regardless of declared
dimensions.
Black Image — Colour
Reference and Technical Specs
Every image downloaded from this page uses the following exact colour values. PNG and SVG files are
generated with no gamma adjustment, no ICC colour profile embedding, and no metadata. JPG files are
generated at maximum quality (0.95 quality factor) and the compression artefact on a flat solid
colour is perceptually invisible — the result is indistinguishable from the lossless PNG.
Format
Value
Hex
#000000
RGB
rgb(0, 0, 0)
HSL
hsl(0, 0%, 0%)
CMYK (print)
C:0 M:0 Y:0 K:100
Lab
L:0 a:0 b:0
Pantone equivalent
Black C / Black U
Frequently Asked
Questions
They serve different purposes. A
black screen image is a downloaded file — a PNG, JPG, WEBP, or SVG that
you save to your device and use in design tools, social media, wallpapers, or development.
A
black screen
is a browser tool that fills your monitor with a live black display for OLED testing, dead
pixel detection, and home theater use. This page is for downloaded image files; the black
screen page is for live display use.
The 400×400 size is the standard for social
media and platform profile pictures. It's used as a black image pfp
(profile picture) on Twitter/X, Discord, Reddit, Steam, and most forums. It's also used
as a placeholder avatar in app development, a test account profile image, and an
intentional minimalist or anonymous account aesthetic. Download it as PNG from the Square
section above.
Yes, completely. Pure black
(#000000) is a colour value, not a creative work, and cannot be copyrighted.
Every image on this page is free for all uses — personal, commercial, editorial, print,
broadcast, app development, and resale in design assets — with no attribution, no licence
agreement, and no restrictions.
Choose your format from the Social Media
section above: 1080×1080 for a square post,
1080×1350 for a portrait feed post (takes up more screen space), or
1080×1920 for an Instagram Story or Reel. Click the PNG or JPG button
next to your chosen size. The file downloads instantly to your device. Open it in
Instagram's post upload flow, and it will appear as a pure black background ready for
text, stickers, or other overlays.
For a flat solid colour like pure black, both
formats produce visually identical results. PNG is lossless and guarantees
every pixel is exactly #000000 — recommended for design tools and web
development. JPG uses compression, but on a single flat colour the
compression is so efficient that the output is perceptually indistinguishable from PNG,
while the file size is typically 60–80% smaller. Use PNG for precision work, JPG for
practical everyday use and wallpapers.
No. Images generated by the HTML5 Canvas API
and downloaded via a data URL contain no EXIF metadata, GPS data, colour profiles, or
creation timestamps. The downloaded file is a clean image containing only the pixel data —
nothing else. This makes the files appropriate for use in privacy-sensitive contexts and
ensures there's no unexpected metadata when embedding in documents or publishing
online.
A black image portrait means
the height is greater than the width. Use any of the portrait presets: the Mobile Portrait
section has phone-specific portrait sizes, the Social Media section has 1080×1350 and
1080×1920 portrait formats, and the Custom Size tool lets you enter any portrait dimension
(for example, 2480×3508 for A4 at 300 DPI, or 1080×1920 for a standard vertical screen).
Enter width first, height second.