iOS App Store required app icon sizes guide

    Required App Icon Sizes for iOS App Store Submission

    I keep a simple rule for iOS app icon sizes: design a pristine 1024×1024 master, then export only what Xcode’s asset catalog needs. The master must be square, no rounded corners. Below is the exact size set I deliver and how I package it to avoid rejections.

    Required iOS app icon sizes I ship

    These cover common iPhone and iPad targets. Xcode will reference the correct variant.

    # Master
1024x1024 (no rounded corners)

# iPhone
60x60@2x (120x120)
60x60@3x (180x180)

# iPad
76x76@1x (76x76)
76x76@2x (152x152)
83.5x83.5@2x (167x167)

# App Store (required)
1024x1024

    Short walktrough

    My asset catalog setup

    I generate via a template and drop into Assets.xcassets under AppIcon.

    • Keep filenames predictable ([email protected])
    • Verify no transparency; PNG with solid background
    • Preview in Xcode on all targets before archiving

    Design constraints that help approval

    Review goes smoother when icons are legible and original.

    • One bold shape, two or three colors
    • Avoid text and miniature details
    • Test on light/dark wallpapers for contrast

    Settings that matter for GDPR/PDPA/GR71

    Don’t imply privacy promises in the icon you can’t back up.

    • GDPR: avoid “tracking-free” symbolism unless true
    • PDPA: keep visuals neutral on data transfers
    • GR71: avoid flags/claims about data residency

    Regional guides: PDPA ·GR71

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    Key takeaways about iOS app icon sizes

    • Design a clean 1024×1024 master with no rounded corners or transparency.
    • Export only the sizes your targets need via the asset catalog.
    • Validate visually in Xcode on light/dark wallpapers before archiving.

    FAQ

    Do I need separate icons for dark mode?

    No—ensure your single icon reads well on both light and dark backgrounds.

    Can I upload JPEG instead of PNG?

    Use PNG without transparency. JPEG can introduce artifacts and is not recommended.

    Does Apple require rounded corners in the upload?

    No—the system applies the mask. Upload a square image without rounded corners.

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    WRITTEN BY LAURENS DAUCHY – FOUNDER OF PTKD | 5 October, 2025