Page count changes break your design
When pages change, spine width changes—so the wrap size changes too.
Auto‑fit dimensions We calculate spine width and keep 0.125" bleed so your canvas stays correct.
Convert Kindle/Canva Ebook Coverto KDP Paperback Wrap PDF (300 DPI)
Quick answer
- Input: front cover JPG/PNG + trim size + page count + paper type.
- Output: a 300‑DPI KDP paperback wrap PDF (front + spine + back) with 0.125" bleed.
- Auto: spine width, matching back/spine fill, and safe zones.
No Photoshop needed
KDP‑spec friendly
Auto color extraction
- Step 1: Upload a front cover image (JPG/PNG).
- Step 2: Set trim size, page count, and paper type.
- Step 3: Run a quick preflight check and export the PDF.
Upload your ebook front cover JPG/PNG
About this book
Add your blurb or reviews here. Keep key text inside the safe zone; barcode stays clear at bottom left.
- • Auto spine from page count
- • 0.125 in bleed preflight
- • 300 DPI PDF/X-1a export
KDP Paperback • 6 × 9 in
The live preview is illustrative, using the same spine math as the KDP cover calculator. The final print‑ready file is exported from the KDP Cover Creator.
Step 1 · Upload & Setup
RequiredFront‑only: we auto‑fill the back & spine colors from your cover.
We only use this image client‑side for preview and to prefill your KDP project.
Page count is required to calculate spine width.
Fix Canva/KDP Paperback Cover Errors (Spine + Bleed)
Most Canva exports fail KDP checks because spine width, bleed and safe zones aren’t set for your page count. This tool helps you convert an ebook front into a full paperback wrap.
No back cover? Still need a full wrap
A paperback upload must include front + spine + back in one PDF file.
Auto color match We sample colors from your front cover and prefill matching back/spine fill.
Avoid double titles & stay in safe zones
Manual spine text often causes duplicate titles and risky margins.
Smart Hide Hide text on the original front image, but keep it on the spine inside the editor.
How to convert an ebook cover to a paperback wrap (3 steps)
Upload your front cover, enter trim/pages/paper, then open the editor to export a print‑ready PDF.
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Step 1: Upload your front cover
Upload a JPG/PNG (≤10MB). We use it for preview and to prefill your project.
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Step 2: Set trim, pages and paper
These values determine spine width and the final wrap dimensions.
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Step 3: Preflight and export
Confirm your settings, open the KDP Cover Creator, and export a 300‑DPI PDF wrap.
Key specs this converter handles
Designed for Kindle/Canva exports, but built for KDP paperback requirements.
Input
Front cover JPG/PNG plus trim size, page count and paper type.
Spine math
Spine width is calculated from pages and paper type.
Bleed + safe zones
Uses 0.125" bleed and keeps important content away from trim.
Export
Open the editor to generate a print‑ready 300‑DPI PDF wrap.
eBook vs paperback: what changes
You can’t upload an ebook JPG as‑is for print. Paperback requires a wrap canvas with spine, bleed and safe zones.
| Field | eBook cover | Paperback wrap |
|---|---|---|
| Canvas | Single front image | Full wrap (front + spine + back) |
| Spine | No | Yes (based on pages + paper) |
| Bleed | No | 0.125" |
| Output file | JPG/PNG | Print‑ready PDF (300 DPI) |
Best for
If you’re in one of these situations, this converter saves time.
Kindle ebook → paperback
Turn a front‑only ebook cover into a full KDP wrap with spine and back.
Canva exports
Fix common Canva issues: wrong canvas, missing bleed, or missing spine.
Page count updates
Regenerate a wrap when your manuscript pages change—spine width updates automatically.
Fast print‑ready handoff
Get a correct wrap setup, then export the final PDF from the editor.
Hire vs tool: what to choose
Outsourcing works for complex projects, but simple conversions can be faster with a repeatable tool.
Hire a designer / formatter
Great if you need custom art direction, typography and brand work.
- Costs more per revision
- Turnaround depends on schedule
- Still need correct trim/pages/paper inputs
Use this converter + Cover Creator
Best for quick, spec‑driven conversions from a front image.
- Instant spine math + bleed setup
- No software required
- Repeatable when page count changes
Converter FAQ
No. If you only have a front cover, we can prefill matching back/spine colors and you can design the back in the editor.
Choose from common KDP trim sizes (e.g., 6×9). The trim size affects the wrap canvas and safe zones.
Yes. Paperback covers require 0.125" bleed—this workflow uses a wrap canvas that includes it.
For print, aim for ~300 DPI at final size. The editor exports a print‑ready PDF.
This page focuses on conversion and setup. For full layout and export, open the KDP Cover Creator.
You can use this converter to set up a compliant wrap and then export in the KDP Cover Creator (free and premium tiers available).