If you’ve started streaming on Kick.com, getting your channel to look professional is key to standing out. Whether you’re designing a custom banner, setting up stream overlays, or adding panels and alerts, using the right sizes and formats will make everything look sharp across all devices.
In this guide, we break down the recommended Kick graphic sizes for 2025 — including banner dimensions, overlay tips, panel specs, and alert setup. We’ve also added insights from our design team, based on real-world testing, to help you make your Kick channel look its best from day one.
What Is Kick.com?
Unlike Twitch, Kick offers a 95/5 sub revenue split, a more relaxed content policy, and native support for streaming tools like OBS and Streamlabs. Its clean interface and familiar channel layout make it easy for streamers to transition from other platforms.
Whether you’re just starting or moving over from Twitch, Kick is quickly becoming a top destination for gaming, IRL streams, and podcast-style content — and having professional graphics will help your channel stand out.
Kick Graphics Quick Reference Table
| Element | Recommended Size | Aspect Ratio | File Type | Max File Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banner | 1280 × 700 px | 64:35 | PNG or JPG | 10 MB |
| Overlay (Base) | 1920 × 1080 px | 16:9 | PNG / WebM | 15 MB |
| Webcam Frame | 1280 × 720 px (max) | 16:9 | PNG / WebM | 5–10 MB |
| Panel | 320 px width | Flexible | PNG or JPG | 1 MB |
| Avatar | 256 × 256 px | 1:1 | PNG or JPG | 4 MB |
| Alerts | Varies (WebM recommended) | N/A | WebM / Lottie | 2–5 MB |
Kick Banner Size
Your Kick banner is the first thing visitors see when they land on your channel. It’s your stream’s first impression. According to Kick’s official help docs, the recommended banner size is 1280 × 700 pixels. Using this resolution ensures your design looks clean across all devices without unwanted cropping or stretching.
Recommended Kick Banner Dimensions
Kick banners should be uploaded at 1280 × 700 pixels. While this size isn’t officially confirmed by Kick, it’s currently the most reliable dimension based on testing and display behavior across devices. A 16:9 aspect ratio will not display correctly — banners are taller on Kick than on Twitch.
Use high-resolution PNG or JPG files to avoid compression blur. Animated banners are not supported directly — use static formats.
Kick Banner Size Table
| Property | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Recommended Size | 1280 × 700 px |
| Minimum Width | 900 px |
| Safe Design Zone | Center 1000 × 500 px (avoid edges on mobile) |
| Max File Size | 10 MB |
| Aspect Ratio | 64:35 (custom format) |
| File Types | JPG or PNG |
Kick Banner Design Tips
- Keep your logo, text, and callouts in the center 1000 × 500 px zone.
- Avoid placing anything important near the top/bottom edges — especially for mobile.
- Use bold typefaces and high contrast colors to stand out on Kick’s dark theme.
- Keep it lightweight. PNG-24 is ideal for quality, but JPG is faster-loading.
How to Make a Kick Banner
- ou can design your Kick banner using tools like:
- Canva – beginner-friendly and fast
- Figma or Photoshop – for full control
- Or try our custom stream design service
Kick Overlay Size
Stream overlays are a key part of your branding on Kick. They frame your camera, alerts, gameplay, chat and helpyour stream look polished and professional. Since Kick supports common broadcasting software like OBS and StreHmlabs, the same overlay dimensions used for Twitch work well here too.
Recommended Overlay Specs for Kick
Use a base canvas of 1920 × 1080 pixels when designing overlays for Kick. This is the standard streaming resolution and ensures compatibility with fullscreen streams and HD monitors.
Overlays can include static images or animated elements like stinger transitions, alerts, and webcam frames. Use transparent PNGs for static graphics and WebM (with alpha) for animated elements.
Kick Banner Size Table
| Property | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Base Canvas Size | 1920 × 1080 px |
| Webcam Frame | Approx. 1280 × 720 px or smaller |
| File Types (Static) | PNG (transparent) |
| File Types (Animated) | WebM (with alpha), MOV (ProRes 4444) |
| Max File Size | Under 15 MB per overlay |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
Compatible Streaming Tools
Kick overlays are fully supported in all major broadcasting tools:
- OBS Studio
- Streamlabs
- StreamElements
- Twitch Studio (if dual-streaming)
To use overlays on Kick, simply import them the same way you would for Twitch or YouTube. All our premade Kick overlay packs are compatible with OBS and Streamlabs out of the box.
Static vs Animated Kick Overlays
| Type | Best For | File Type |
|---|---|---|
| Static | Simple webcam frames, labels | PNG |
| Animated | Alerts, stingers, transitions | WebM, MOV |
- Use static overlays if you’re just starting out or want to keep CPU usage low.
- Upgrade to animated overlays when you want to stand out with movement and flair.
- All animations should be optimized using compression without losing transparency quality.
Kick Panels
Kick panels let you organize and personalize your channel by adding links, images, and custom sections beneath your livestream. They’re perfect for promoting your schedule, socials, donation links, and affiliate banners. Like Twitch, they appear in a vertical stack and need to be clean, branded, and easy to read.
Kick Panel Dimensions
Kick doesn’t currently publish exact panel dimensions, but they follow a very similar structure to Twitch. A width of 320 pixels is ideal, and the height is flexible depending on your layout. Most designs work best between 60–100 pixels high, depending on how much text or imagery is included.
Use high-contrast designs and avoid cluttered visuals. Panels are clickable, so they can drive traffic when used effectively.
Kick Banner Size Table
| Property | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Recommended Width | 320 px |
| Typical Height | 60–100 px |
| File Type | PNG or JPG |
| Max File Size | 1 MB (recommended) |
| Use Case | About, social links, tips, schedules, sponsors |
Design Suggestions for Panels
- Keep text short, bold and readable at smaller sizes
- Stick to a consistent color palette across all panels
- Add clear call-to-actions for socials, tipping, or merch
- Avoid overcrowding with logos or effects that distract from the text
How to Add Panels to Kick
- Visit your Kick.com profile
- Click your avatar → Channel
- Scroll down and click Edit Panels
- Upload your panel image and add a title + link
- Click Save when you’re done
Kick Alerts
Alerts bring your Kick stream to life by reacting in real time to new follows, subs, and donations. These pop-ups help drive interaction and keep viewers engaged. This is important especially during hype moments. Kick supports popular third-party alert tools, making it easy to get started if you’re familiar with Twitch or YouTube streaming.
What Alerts Are Available on Kick
Kick supports the most common stream alert types, including:
- New follower
- Subscription
- Donation (via 3rd party tools like Streamlabs)
- Chat events (optional tools)
While Kick doesn’t yet have built-in monetization for all creators, you can still set up alerts using existing platforms like Streamlabs or StreamElements and route them through OBS.
Kick Alert Setup Table
| Alert Type | Supported? | Tool Required |
|---|---|---|
| Follow Alert | Yes | OBS, Streamlabs, or StreamElements |
| Subscriber Alert | Yes | OBS, Streamlabs, or StreamElements |
| Donation Alert | Yes (external) | Streamlabs or third-party tipping |
| Chat/Custom Alerts | Optional | StreamElements or custom widget |
How to Add Alerts Using OBS or Streamlabs
To get Kick alerts working, follow these general steps using Streamlabs:
- Go to Streamlabs.com and log in with your Twitch or YouTube account
- Create your alerts as normal
- In OBS, add a Browser Source
- Paste your Streamlabs alert URL into the source
- In Kick Studio or OBS, when you go live the alerts will appear normally when triggered
Even if you’re not logged into Kick directly on Streamlabs, alerts still work using browser sources and integrations like tipping platforms.
Common Alert Issues and Fixes
No sound?
- Check OBS audio source is unmuted
- Make sure alert browser source has audio output enabled
Alerts not triggering?
- Ensure Streamlabs is connected to the right tipping platform
- Double-check event settings and browser source URL
Laggy or choppy animations?
- Convert animations to WebM format
- Use compressed files under 10 MB
Kick Profile Picture & Channel Branding
Your profile image is one of the smallest but most important parts of your Kick channel. It appears on your stream page, in chat, on the homepage, and everywhere your name shows up. Pairing a clean avatar with consistent graphics across your banner, overlays, and panels creates a strong brand that’s easy to recognize.
Recommended Avatar Size for Kick
Kick doesn’t provide an exact profile picture size in their documentation, but from testing, the optimal dimensions are 256 × 256 pixels. Keeping your avatar square, centered, and simple works the best for logos or headshots.
Make sure the image remains sharp at small sizes, especially when viewed on mobile. Avoid thin lines or complex details that get lost when scaled down.
Kick Profile Image Size Table
| Property | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Recommended Size | 256 × 256 px |
| Aspect Ratio | 1:1 (Square) |
| File Type | PNG or JPG |
| File Size | Under 4 MB |
| Design Tip | Use bold colors and simple shapes for clarity |
How to Keep Your Kick Branding Consistent
- Match your avatar, banner, and panels with a consistent color palette
- Use the same fonts and visual style in overlays and alerts
- Stick to 2–3 brand colors for recognizability
- Update your avatar across all platforms (Kick, Discord, YouTube, etc.) for brand consistency
If you’re starting from scratch, check out our custom design service or browse our Kick overlay packages for quick setup options.
Best Practices for Kick Stream Graphics
A consistent, clean stream layout improves viewer retention and makes your Kick channel look professional. Whether you’re building your setup from scratch or using premade packs, sticking to the right formats, file types, and layout principles helps everything run smoother and look better.
File Formats and Optimization
- Use PNG for static graphics like panels and webcam frames
- Use WebP or compressed WebM for animations with transparency
- Avoid large .MOV or .GIF files as they increase load times and CPU usage
- Keep individual file sizes under 15 MB to avoid stuttering during transitions
Layout and Resolution Tips
- Design overlays at 1920 × 1080 px even if you stream at lower resolution
- Stick to a 16:9 aspect ratio for all full-screen graphics
- Place key content (text, webcam, alerts) in safe zones away from edges
- Test your layout on mobile and desktop becuase Kick’s layout is responsive
Fonts, Colors, and Visual Hierarchy
- Use bold, readable fonts like Inter, Montserrat, or Bebas Neue
- Stick to 2–3 main colors for your theme
- Use gradients or accents sparingly for emphasis
- Keep alert animations short (under 3 seconds) to avoid overlap
Graphic Performance Table
| Element | Recommended Format | Max File Size |
|---|---|---|
| Static Overlay | PNG | 5–10 MB |
| Animated Overlay | WebM (alpha) | Under 15 MB |
| Alerts | WebM or Lottie | 2–5 MB |
| Panels | PNG or JPG | Under 1 MB each |
| Banner | PNG or JPG | 10 MB |
Quick Design Checklist
- Use 1920 × 1080 canvas for all overlays
- Match your banner, panels, and alerts with the same color theme
- Compress all assets for performance
- Test alerts and overlays in OBS or Kick Studio before going live
- Save a backup folder with all your original .psd/.aep/.webm files
Free Kick-Compatible Stream Overlays
While we don’t have Kick-exclusive packs, all of our overlays and animations are designed to work flawlessly across any platform. This includes Kick, Twitch, YouTube, and Facebook Gaming. Whether you’re using OBS, Streamlabs, or Kick Studio, our graphics are fully supported and ready to go.
If you’re looking for a clean starting point, we offer a wide range of free and premium designs that you can install instantly.
Free Overlays That Work on Kick
We regularly release free overlay packs that are Kick-compatible. These include webcam frames, alert boxes, stream screens, and panels in static and animated formats.
Browse our latest free downloads here:
👉 Browse Free Stream Overlays
Try These Kick-Compatible Packages
Some of our most popular overlays for Kick creators:
🎯 Kick Overlay Package
A bold, animated stream design built to stand out on Kick. Includes custom alerts, screens, and overlays. Fully compatible with OBS, Streamlabs, and Kick.
🎮 Premier Stream Package
A clean and modern design with animated screens, alerts, and labels.
💡 Neon Overlay Pack
Bold colors and punchy transitions perfect for high-energy streams.
Every pack includes layered files, WebM animations, and OBS-ready formats. You can apply them to Kick just as you would on Twitch or YouTube with no extra setup required.
Final Thoughts
Kick is growing fast, and setting up your stream with the right graphic sizes gives you an edge. From banners to overlays, panels to alerts, getting your visuals right helps your stream look professional and keeps your brand consistent across platforms.
All TacticalLionDesigns overlays and alerts are fully compatible with Kick. Whether you’re after a free download to get started or a full custom package, we’ve got everything you need to make your channel stand out.
👉 Browse Kick-Compatible Overlays
👉 Request a Custom Stream Design
Frequently Asked Questions
Kick recommends 1280 × 700 pixels for banner uploads. Keep your key text and logos in the center for best visibility across devices.
You can use OBS or Streamlabs to apply any 1920 × 1080 overlay. Use PNG for static elements or WebM for animations. Our overlays work out of the box on Kick.
Yes. Kick supports the same file types and stream layout formats as Twitch. Just upload your assets in OBS or Streamlabs as usual.
Go to your channel, click “Edit Panels,” upload your panel image, add a title and link, then save. Panels appear below your stream.
Yes. You can use Streamlabs or StreamElements to set up alerts for followers, subs, and tips. Add them to OBS as browser sources.
Related Guides and Free Tools
If you’re designing for multiple platforms or building a complete setup, these tools and guides will help you get it right across Twitch and Kick.
🔗 Twitch Graphic Size Guide
Full breakdown of Twitch panel, overlay, alert, banner, and avatar dimensions — ideal if you stream on both platforms.
🔗 Free Kick Overlays
A curated collection of free overlay packs built for OBS, Streamlabs, and other streaming tools. Use them on Twitch or Kick.
🔗 Twitch Emote Size Guide
Emote sizes, formats, and best practices that apply across most platforms, including Kick’s similar dimensions.
🔗 Twitch Emote Resizer Tool
Quickly resize any emote to the right dimensions. Works great for Twitch, Kick, Discord, or even YouTube.
