# Set up a space icon

https://help.circle.so/p/basics/spaces/set-up-a-space-icon

Category: [Basics](https://help.circle.so/p/basics) › [Spaces](https://help.circle.so/p/basics/spaces)

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_Last updated: September, 2026_

This article will guide you through setting up and managing space icons in your community.

## **Space icons**

You can set unique icons for the spaces displayed in the left sidebar and space header in your community. It helps members visually identify spaces making it easier to navigate the community.

When it comes to space icons, you have multiple options to choose from, including:

- Emojis

- Shapes

- Icons

- Custom icons

## **Add or update the space icon**

1. Click  **Community**  in the left sidebar, then select  **Spaces**.

2. Hover over the space name and click **More actions (three dots)** and select  **Edit space.**

3. Click **More actions (three dots)** in the top-left corner and select  **Settings** , then  **Customize**.

4. Click the icon field beside the space name to open the icon picker.

 ![](https://assets-v2.circle.so/minh7ll5fudvryhm5v5j4ev6h1w9)

### **Choose an in-built emoji or icon**

To choose from a library of built-in emojis and shapes for your space, click the  **Emoji, Shapes or Icon**  tab. You can search for a specific icon using the search bar or scroll through the library to find one.

You can also choose a skin tone for your emoji by clicking the skin tone icon beside the search bar on the **Emoji** tab.

 ![](https://assets-v2.circle.so/x6y570kwpq9vj0zdxy7uiva7sbd1)
### **Upload custom icon**

To upload a custom icon file from the web or device, go to the **Custom** tab:

- **Paste a link to an image:** Use this option to upload an image from the web using an image URL.

- **Upload a file:** Use this option to upload an image from your device.

> 📷 Recommended image dimension for space icon: **280x280 px**

 ![](https://assets-v2.circle.so/jwku5m12qtpp9qaig45ffyfbl8js)

## **Remove the space icon**

If you wish to remove the space icon, click  **Remove**  in the upper-right corner of the icon picker. Once you remove the icon, it will automatically revert to the default Circle icon if you do not select a new one.

 ![](https://assets-v2.circle.so/4jepf5nmntbccxiecre5kkfrjxqd)

> ℹ️ **Note:** Currently, you can only use the custom icon feature for space icons.