KDP Publishing Hub

Everything you need to preparing your manuscript and cover for Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing.

eBook Requirements

  • ✓ Format: EPUB (Recommended), KPF, DOCX
  • ✓ Cover: JPG/TIFF, 2560 x 1600 px
  • ✓ No crop marks or bleed usually
  • ✓ Convert colors to RGB

Print Requirements

  • ✓ Format: PDF (Recommended)
  • ✓ Resolution: 300 DPI minimum
  • ✓ Bleed: 0.125" (3.2mm) extra if needed
  • ✓ Flatten all layers & transparencies

Essential Tools

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Check your File Compatibility

Drag & drop your manuscript or cover file here to see if it meets KDP standards.

Detailed Specifications

CategorySupported FormatsKey Details
eBook ManuscriptEPUBKPFDOCXReflowable content. Use Styles for headings (H1, H2). No page numbers needed.
Print ManuscriptPDFDOCXRTFMust include page numbers. Set margins based on page count (Gutter).
eBook CoverJPGTIFFIdeal ratio 1.6:1. Min 1000px on shortest side (2560px recommended).
Print CoverPDFSingle PDF with Back + Spine + Front. 300 DPI. CMYK preferred but RGB accepted.
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