How do I upload my profile image?
· Upload an avatar image in the profile area — shown everywhere.
How do I upload my profile image?
Your profile image appears in your sidebar, on your public portfolio and in comments.
How to do it
- Open Profile (
/dashboard/profile) - At the top you see your current image (or initials if empty)
- Click the image or the upload button
- Pick a photo from your device
- Save
Requirements
- Format: JPEG, PNG or WebP
- Max size: 5 MB
- Recommended resolution: at least 512×512 pixels, square is ideal
LACOP automatically converts your photo to 256×256 WebP (optimized for fast loading).
Which photo works?
Good
- ✅ Face clearly visible
- ✅ Square or near-square crop
- ✅ Neutral background or blurred BG
- ✅ Natural light or professionally lit
- ✅ Smile or neutral expression
Less good
- ❌ Group photo — who are you?
- ❌ Sunglasses (unless it's your signature)
- ❌ Very dark or very bright
- ❌ Cropped oddly
- ❌ Party snapshot (feels unprofessional)
Tip: consistency
Use the same profile image on:
- LACOP
- Business card
So clients recognize you across platforms.
Remove profile image
To remove your image (back to initials):
- Open profile
- Click "Remove image" (next to the current image)
- Confirm
What if I don't have a photo of myself?
For photographers and creatives, a selfie profile image isn't mandatory. You can also use:
- A logo
- An abstract graphic design
- A work symbol (e.g. camera, pen)
But: people trust faces more than logos. If you want to win clients, a real photo helps.
Questions? support@lacop.app