Guide - Aug 12, 2026 - 2 min read
iOS App Icon Sizes: Complete Guide
A practical iOS app icon size guide for founders and developers preparing App Store and home screen assets.
When you prepare an iOS app icon, the safest source asset is a clean 1024 x 1024 PNG. From that master file, Xcode and your asset pipeline can produce the smaller icon sizes used across iPhone, iPad, Spotlight, Settings, and notifications.
For AppIconHub users, the practical workflow is simple: choose a premium icon, download the required size or set, then test how it reads at small sizes before shipping.
The source icon
Use a square master file with no rounded corners baked into the image. iOS applies the corner radius itself, so exporting an icon with its own rounded mask can create double-rounded edges or awkward padding.
Keep the source icon visually centered. If the main symbol sits too close to the edge, it may feel cramped once iOS applies its mask.
Common iOS icon contexts
| Context | Practical use |
|---|---|
| App Store | The large marketing icon shown on your product page and search results. |
| Home screen | The icon users see every day after installing the app. |
| Spotlight | Smaller search result surfaces inside iOS. |
| Settings | Small utility placement where simple shapes perform best. |
| Notifications | Tiny placement where high contrast matters. |
The exact asset catalog can change by platform target, but the design rule does not: build from a sharp 1024 x 1024 source and check the icon at very small sizes.
Design checklist before export
- Make sure the icon works as a silhouette.
- Avoid tiny text, badges, and detailed UI screenshots.
- Use one clear object or symbol instead of several competing ideas.
- Test the icon on both dark and light wallpapers.
- Compare it beside competitors in your category.
A faster workflow
Instead of starting from a blank canvas, browse the AppIconHub library, save a few directions, and download the one that fits your product. If you need variations, use the included prompt on premium icons to generate a matching direction.
You can also browse app icon collections by category and style, then unlock all premium exports on the pricing page.
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