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What is the difference between a background image and a logo?
Last updated 16 June 2026.
A background image fills the entire design area and acts as the base of your design. A logo is a separate graphic placed on top of the background.

Understanding these two elements helps you decide how to best use your images.

Background images

The function of a background is to provide the overall colour, pattern or texture for the entire design. It reaches the very edges of the surface to ensure there are no blank white spaces. Because the background forms the foundation of your design, it stays behind your contact information, logo and other details.

Logos

The function of a logo is to identify your brand. It's a standalone graphic that represents your business, like a signature on a letter. Unlike a background, a logo is a specific focal point that’s often placed prominently in the design. It appears on top of the background image and doesn't cover the full surface. 

Business card design preview. The background behind the logo fills up the business card. The logo is placed on top.

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