A practical WhatsApp sticker size guide for creators: 512x512 WebP files, transparent backgrounds, pack limits, tray icons, animation duration, and file-size checks.

Creator checklist

  • Sticker artwork should be 512x512 pixels.
  • WhatsApp sticker assets use WebP.
  • Sticker packs should contain 3 to 30 stickers.
  • Keep static stickers small and animated stickers optimized.

Why 512x512 matters

A square source gives the picker, tray, and chat bubble a predictable frame. Transparent padding keeps the subject from feeling cropped.

Test on real backgrounds

Preview your artwork on white, black, colored, and patterned backgrounds. A clean outside stroke prevents the subject from disappearing.

Sources checked: WhatsApp sticker sample app requirements, Meta-hosted WhatsApp sticker message docs.