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Updated: September 2026 • 5 min read
How to Make Custom Stickers from Photos (WhatsApp & Print)
Custom digital stickers make group chats significantly more expressive, funny, and personal. Turning a candid photo of your pet, best friend, or favorite reaction meme into a transparent sticker used to require tedious photo editing. With modern in-browser AI, you can generate transparent sticker assets in seconds.
Technical Sticker Specifications for Messaging Apps
| Application | Required Dimensions | Format | Max File Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| WhatsApp Stickers | 512 × 512 px (Exact Square) | WebP with Alpha Transparency | Under 100 KB per sticker |
| Telegram Stickers | 512 × 512 px | PNG or WebP (with 16px white outline) | Under 512 KB |
| Apple iMessage | 300 × 300 to 618 × 618 px | PNG | Under 500 KB |
Creating WhatsApp Stickers: Step-by-Step
- Take a photo of your pet, friend, or funny expression.
- Upload to BGRemovee to automatically strip away room clutter.
- Download as WebP or PNG.
- Open WhatsApp Web or WhatsApp Desktop, click the Stickers (+) button inside any chat, select your downloaded cutout, and send instantly!
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