Acceptable Photo is clear and in color, reproduces skin tones accurately, and is properly exposed with no shadows.
1-Dimensions:
Your photo must be at least 600 x 600 pixels. If you have a friend or family member take your photo, make sure the image has large dimensions and there is ample space around your head and torso to allow room for automatic cropping by our photo tool. The dimensions can be rectangular.
2-Color:
Your photo must be in color (24 bits per pixel) in SRGB color space which is the common output for most digital cameras.
3-Format:
Your photo must be in JPEG file format.
4-Size:
Your photo must be at least 54 kilobytes and no more than 10 megabytes.
5-Compression:
Your photo's compression ratio should be less than or equal to 20:1. Use the highest quality settings on your camera so your photo maintains clarity and resolution. When saving and emailing your photo, select the highest quality setting (large file size). Do not edit or digitally manipulate your photo. To avoid compressing your image, do not send the image via text message or save it to a cloud-based application.
Photo Tips
- Submit one color photo, taken in last 6 months.
- Use a clear image of your face. Do not use filters commonly used on social media.
- Have someone else take your photo. No selfies.
- Take off your eyeglasses for your photo.
- Use a white or off-white background without shadows, texture, or lines.
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