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Upload a header image

A header image is a picture at the top of your site that gives it a personalized look and feel. How to add a header image will depend on your theme—this guide will explain each option.

Your theme

The theme you use on your site will determine how you can add a header image. Starting from your site’s dashboard, click on Appearance and check for one of these options:

Themes that include the Site Editor offer the most flexibility regarding where and how a header image can be displayed.

Upload a header image

Follow these steps to upload a header image.

To follow the correct instructions, you’ll need to know which type of theme your site uses. Go to Appearance in your dashboard: if you see Editor, use the Site Editor instructions; otherwise, use the WP Admin or Customizer instructions.

Select the appropriate tab for your design interface:

In the Site Editor, you can set a background image on a Group block. Group blocks are commonly used in header template parts to group together the various elements of the header. Follow these steps to add a background image to a Group block.