EmojiMaker
Discord Emoji Maker: Custom Server Emojis, No Nitro Needed
Design custom Discord emojis in your browser and export Discord-ready 128×128 transparent PNGs — free, unlimited, no sign-up.
- 128×128 preset
- Transparent PNG
- No Nitro required
- Free forever
Emoji preview and export
Customize emoji parts
Upload guide
How to add your emoji to a Discord server
- Design and export at 128×128Build your emoji in the maker above and download the 128×128 PNG — Discord’s recommended emoji size, well under the 256KB cap.
- Open your server’s emoji settingsOn a server where you have the “Manage Expressions” permission, open Server Settings → Emoji.
- Upload and name your emoteClick “Upload Emoji”, pick the PNG and set a name. Members can now use it via :name: — and Nitro users can use it across servers.
Discord emoji specs at a glance
| Spec | Discord’s rule | This maker |
|---|---|---|
| Recommended size | 128×128 px | Exact 128×128 export |
| Max file size | 256KB | Typically 5–30KB |
| Formats | PNG, JPG, GIF (animated) | PNG + SVG source |
| Free slots per server | 50 static / 50 animated | — |
Discord also added a built-in emoji editor on desktop, but it's tied to the app and a server. A browser maker works everywhere — including on mobile and for emojis you want to reuse on Slack or as stickers. For mashup-style emotes, try the emoji combiner.
Frequently asked questions
What size are Discord emojis?
Discord recommends 128×128 pixels for custom emojis (they display much smaller in chat) and caps uploads at 256KB. The maker’s 128×128 transparent PNG export matches this exactly.
How many custom emojis can a Discord server have?
Every server gets 50 static and 50 animated emoji slots. Server Boost levels raise the cap — up to 250 static emojis at Level 3.
Do I need Nitro to make or upload custom emojis?
No. Making emojis (here) is free, and uploading them only requires the Manage Expressions permission on a server. Nitro is only needed to use one server’s custom emojis in other servers.
Can I make animated Discord emojis here?
This maker exports static PNG and SVG. For animated emotes, export your design and animate it in a GIF tool — or keep it static: most reaction emotes read best as crisp static images.
Can I use the same emoji on Slack or Twitch?
Yes — the artwork is yours. Export the right sizes from the Slack maker (128×128) or the Twitch emote maker (112/56/28) so each platform gets a native-quality file.