Some people mark the start of fall when the first leaf drops or when their playlist shifts from Sabrina Carpenter to Lana Del Rey. But for me, fall doesn’t start until spooky season. Come October 1st, I’m ensuring all 31 days of the month are filled with fall activities. September was all about enjoying the last moments of summer and ordering my final Aperol spritzes of the season. But in October, I’m thrilled to set aside my summer beach reads in favor of some thrillers. But the first order of business is, of course, updating my phone and computer with the perfect fall tech background. With adorable Halloween illustrations and cozy collages, I’m already having a hard time choosing which one I’ll start with. From cute Halloween wallpapers to bold, scary Halloween backgrounds or quintessentially fall backgrounds, there’s something for everyone this month.
Without further ado, here are our October tech background options! Be sure to share your favorite by tagging us on Instagram @theeverygirl.
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Free Wallpaper Backgrounds
For years, The Everygirl has been releasing monthly tech backgrounds to give your home screen a put-together, refreshed vibe. We include options for all devices, so you have choices for your phone screen, desktop or laptop, and your iPad or tablet. If you love having a calendar right on your screen to easily glance at throughout the month, we’ve got you covered—several of our tech backgrounds feature calendars, with options for a Sunday or Monday start. We also provide second-screen options for each tech background, so if you’re working on two screens (like a laptop and a monitor at the same time), you can have two of the same design.
When do The Everygirl Tech Backgrounds come out?
Our October Halloween 2025 tech backgrounds will be released four days before October begins, so you’ll have plenty of time to refresh your screens for the new month.
How to Download Tech Backgrounds
To download from one of our October tech background selections, scroll through the article to find one that you love. Then, click the link to the size you wish to download to access the image and download it to your desktop.
Pro Tip: You Don’t Have to Choose Just One!
If you’re adding your Halloween tech backgrounds to a Mac, you can have your tech backgrounds rotate as often as you want. Start by downloading all of the tech backgrounds you want and adding them to one folder. Then, navigate to the wallpaper tab in your Mac settings and scroll down to the button that says “add folder.” Once it’s added, click the “rotate” button and frequency with which you want to shuffle the images.
Backgrounds Without Words
We’re so happy that you love the pictures chosen and are excited to let you know that “Second Screen” is a wordless option available for desktops.
I feel like I’m boarding the Hogwarts Express just looking at this tech background, which is perfect, because we all know it’s an absolute requirement to rewatch the entire Harry Potter series in October. This tech background may not come with butterbeer or chocolate frogs, but it definitely has that cozy feeling the movies always inspire.
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Fall Train Tech Background
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Calendar—Sunday Start
Desktop | iPhone | iPad / Tablet | Second Screen
Calendar—Monday Start
Desktop | iPhone | iPad / Tablet
No Calendar
While I’m not too keen on the idea of real ghosts showing up in my life, I’m happy to let these cute little guys haunt my laptop screen. I mean, even horror movie haters can admit that this is the most adorable background ever. Just looking at this background, I feel like I’m stepping outside and taking a deep breath of crisp fall air—all without leaving the comfort of my desk.
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Autumn Ghost Wallpaper for iPhone & Laptop
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Calendar—Sunday Start
Desktop | iPhone | iPad / Tablet | Second Screen
Calendar—Monday Start
Desktop | iPhone | iPad / Tablet
No Calendar
One of the most depressing things about adulthood is realizing I may never experience a thrill that rivals the excitement of trick-or-treating. The lead-up all day at school, finally putting on your costume, trading candy—it’s just hard to find something that measures up these days. While trying to recreate the magic as a 24-year-old sounds like a humiliation ritual, this wallpaper brings back that childhood magic.
Can we make a suggestion? This Halloween phone background would look darling on your lock screen.
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Cute Halloween Illustration Background
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My fall hot take: pumpkin carving is an overrated fall activity. It always sounds a lot more fun than it actually is. They’re hard to cut, the designs never turn out like they do in your Pinterest inspo pics, and no matter how careful you are, you’re always left with a giant mess. This tech background serves up all the festivity a jack-o-lantern brings, complete with a mug of piping hot chocolate and an autumnal view, without any of the hard work. If you love seasonal aesthetics, you’ll want to download these Halloween tech backgrounds for both your phone and laptop.
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October Jack-O-Lantern Tech Background
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Calendar—Sunday Start
Desktop | iPhone | iPad / Tablet | Second Screen
Calendar—Monday Start
Desktop | iPhone | iPad / Tablet
No Calendar
There truly is nothing like New York in the fall, but if a visit isn’t in the books this year, this background brings New York to you. Plus, digitally, the leaves will stay their bright oranges and reds for as long as you want. Who needs to buy a plane ticket anyway?
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New York Autumn Leaves Fall Tech Background
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Calendar—Sunday Start
Desktop | iPhone | iPad / Tablet | Second Screen
Calendar—Monday Start
Desktop | iPhone | iPad / Tablet
No Calendar
If I didn’t live in a New York shoebox that doesn’t allow pets, my number one priority all October would be finding the perfect Halloween costume for my dog. While I’m not sorry to miss out on vet bills, the fact that I can’t bring this wallpaper to life is simply tragic. It may just have to stay on my laptop far past October…
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Cute Halloween Dog Wallpaper
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This collage tech background has literally every part of October I’m leaning into: hitting up local coffee shops to try their seasonal concoctions, embracing all things spooky, peeping the changing autumn leaves, visiting pumpkin patches, and styling aesthetic fall outfits. You name it, and it has a spot on this gorgeous background. Consider it your guiding force for exactly how to romanticize the season.
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October Spooky Season Aesthetic Collage Background
Fans of minimal spooky style will love our October aesthetic tech wallpapers with subtle seasonal touches.
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We all know Rory Gilmore and Chris Evans in Knives Out set incredibly high standards for the ideal white cable-knit sweater, but I might argue this one has them beat. Sure, you may not be able to wear it, but every time you open your phone or computer, it’s there to bring coziness to your day. Even the cutest real cable knit can’t be enjoyed every single day without turning a few heads.
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Cozy Knit Sweater Aesthetic Tech Background
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Calendar—Sunday Start
Desktop | iPhone | iPad / Tablet | Second Screen
Calendar—Monday Start
Desktop | iPhone | iPad / Tablet
No Calendar
If collages or other mood-setting backgrounds aren’t enough to inspire your fall bucket list, you might need it spelled out right in front of you. This fall to-do list will do just that. And unlike most to-do lists, every task on this one is actually fun.
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Fall To-Do List Wallpaper
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Desktop | iPhone | iPad / Tablet | IG Version
If the bright oranges and moody browns of fall get your heart racing instead of making you want to curl up with a hot tea and a good book, this minimalist background is for you. With this wallpaper, you’ll immediately feel like you can tackle everything the month throws at you.
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Neutral Minimalist October Calendar Background
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Calendar—Sunday Start
Desktop | iPhone | iPad / Tablet | Second Screen
Calendar—Monday Start
Desktop | iPhone | iPad / Tablet
No Calendar
Desktop | iPhone | iPad / Tablet
These spooky tech wallpapers are perfect for anyone who wants to embrace October’s festive energy.
Get into the spirit of spooky season with these October tech backgrounds! From cute Halloween wallpapers to scary Halloween backgrounds, pumpkin phone screens, ghost laptop wallpapers, and October aesthetic tech wallpapers, this collection has everything you need to make your devices festive. Whether you’re searching for free Halloween tech backgrounds, witchy phone wallpapers, or cozy fall tech backgrounds, these Halloween phone backgrounds and October desktop wallpapers are perfect for every vibe.
Caitlin Schneider, Graphic Designer
Caitlin is a graphic designer for The Everygirl and The Everymom. She works collaboratively with the design team to create visually compelling assets across both websites and social channels. Her creative work shapes a cohesive and engaging visual experience for both brands, making her an indispensable part of the team.
Aryana Johnson, Graphic Designer
Aryana is a Chicago-born artist working as a graphic designer for The Everygirl and The Everymom. She works collaboratively with the design team to create visually compelling assets across both websites and social channels. Her creativity and versatile skill set make her an indispensable part of the team.
Marta Taras, Jr. Graphic Designer
Marta is a jr. graphic designer for The Everygirl and The Everymom. She works collaboratively with the design team to assist in creating visually compelling assets across both websites and social channels. She is always seeking new challenges and experimenting with different art mediums and programs to improve her skills.
Kirra Wallace, Deputy Art Director
Kirra is a Deputy Art Director at The Everygirl, and The Everymom. She leads The Everygirl Media Group’s visual identity and leads a team of talented graphic designers. Her work includes graphics with hand-drawn elements, engaging article graphics that draw you in, and monthly tech backgrounds.
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