September has a way of resetting everything. The air finally has a little bite to it, the leaves start their slow turn, and suddenly all you want is a cozy sweater, a warm drink, and an excuse to romanticize the everyday. It’s the month for orchard trips, solo dates, and pretending your Tuesday commute is actually a scene from a movie. And if you want your screens to catch up with the season, we’ve got you covered.
We rounded up seven free September tech backgrounds to bring a little crisp, golden energy to your phone, laptop, and tablet. (Missed last month’s set? You can still grab those too.) Whether you’re drawn to a moody animal print, a hand-drawn apple pattern, or a mantra that basically doubles as your list of things to do this fall, there’s something here for every mood. Most come with a tidy September 2026 calendar so you can actually keep track of the month, and every single one is free to download. Scroll on for the full set.
The Everygirl’s Free Wallpaper & Tech Backgrounds
Every month, we give your screens a little refresh with a new collection of free tech backgrounds and wallpapers for your phone, desktop, laptop, iPad, and tablet. For September 2026, we’re officially getting into the fall spirit with cozy colors, autumn-inspired designs, and plenty of options that’ll make it feel like sweater weather. So go ahead: Order that new pair of boots, light your favorite fall candle, and change your background. Consider this your permission to start romanticizing fall a little early.
What’s Included in Our September Wallpaper Collection
Because September doesn’t always feel like fall just yet, these cozy designs are an easy way to embrace the season—even if it’s still sweltering outside. Think warm autumn colors, moody scenery, trending bandana prints, and cozy, nostalgic designs that’ll have you dreaming of crisp mornings and sweater weather long before the forecast catches up.
Our September wallpaper collection includes free fall-inspired backgrounds for all of your devices, including your iPhone, desktop, laptop, iPad, tablet, and even your TV. Each design is available in multiple sizes, with September calendar options that start on either Sunday or Monday, plus no-calendar versions if you prefer a more minimal look.
Looking for more? Browse our previous tech backgrounds to find even more wallpapers for your phone and desktop.
Free September 2026 Wallpapers for Desktop, iPhone & iPad
We’ve created a fresh batch of September wallpapers, all free to download, featuring cozy fall colors, autumn-inspired designs, and seasonal calendars to get your screens ready for the new season. Scroll through, save your favorites, and give your phone, desktop, or laptop a little fall refresh.
Rainy Day Walk Wallpaper
There’s something so cozy about this one: green rubber boots peeking out from under a soft dress, mid-stride through a carpet of fallen leaves. It captures that specific magic of a crisp fall walk, the crunch of leaves underfoot, the earthy smell in the air, the excuse to pull on your favorite boots. Save it for the days you want your screen to feel like a long autumn stroll.
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Calendar—Sunday Start
Desktop Wallpaper | iPhone Background | iPad / Tablet | Second Screen | TV Version
Calendar—Monday Start
Desktop Wallpaper | iPhone Background | iPad / Tablet
No Calendar
Cityscape Tech Background
Framed through the arch of Washington Square Park, this golden-hour shot of the Empire State Building peeking through the trees is peak early-fall in the city. The warm light and just-turning leaves make it feel like the first crisp day of the season, the kind that has you reaching for a light jacket and an iced coffee. It’s the perfect pick for anyone who romanticizes autumn in New York, arguably the most romantic season of the year.
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Calendar—Sunday Start
Desktop Wallpaper | iPhone Background | iPad / Tablet | Second Screen | TV Version
Calendar—Monday Start
Desktop Wallpaper | iPhone Background | iPad / Tablet
No Calendar
Bandana Golden Tech Background
Rich mustard gold meets a classic paisley bandana print in this warm, textured pattern. It has all the cozy, lived-in charm of your favorite fall flannel, minus the calendar overlay, so it’s a great pick if you want your screen to feel seasonal without anything competing for your attention. Pair it with your busiest week yet; the pattern does all the visual work for you.
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Desktop Wallpaper | iPhone Background | iPad / Tablet | TV Version
Apple Picking Wallpaper
A rustic basket brimming with fresh-picked red and green apples, nestled in the grass at the orchard. It’s the coziest, most quintessentially fall image, and it’ll make you want to plan a weekend apple-picking trip immediately. Consider it your daily reminder that cider, crisp air, and orchard season are finally here.
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Calendar—Sunday Start
Desktop Wallpaper | iPhone Background | iPad / Tablet | Second Screen | TV Version
Calendar—Monday Start
Desktop Wallpaper | iPhone Background | iPad / Tablet
No Calendar
Aesthetic September Wallpaper
This one is a full mood board of everything September should feel like: baskets of apples, warm cinnamon rolls, coffee in hand, a golden retriever along for the ride, and a whole lot of sweater weather. It’s a scrapbook of the season in a single screen, and it’s perfect for anyone who wants their background to double as a fall bucket list.
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Desktop Wallpaper | iPhone Background | iPad / Tablet | TV Version
Autumn Apple Pattern Wallpaper
Delicate hand-drawn apples sit inside little scalloped frames in this soft, sage green pattern. It’s understated and a little vintage, like something you’d find stitched onto a farmhouse tea towel. Consider it your daily reminder that orchard season is officially here, even if your actual weekend plans are still TBD.
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Desktop Wallpaper | iPhone Background | iPad / Tablet | TV Version
Cowhide Tech Background
Rich chestnut and cream come together in this moody, western-leaning print. It’s textured, a little unexpected, and instantly warms up your screen without needing a single calendar or quote to do it. This one’s for anyone whose fall aesthetic leans more ranch than pumpkin patch.
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Desktop Wallpaper | iPhone Background | iPad / Tablet | TV Version
Fall Afternoon Window Wallpaper
Framed through a set of weathered French doors, this dreamy garden view feels like a scene from a European getaway you haven’t booked yet. The soft light and worn wood give it an old-world, storybook quality, and the September 2026 calendar tucks neatly into the glass panes without breaking the spell.
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Calendar—Sunday Start
Desktop Wallpaper | iPhone Background | iPad / Tablet | Second Screen | TV Version
Calendar—Monday Start
Desktop Wallpaper | iPhone Background | iPad / Tablet
No Calendar
September List Background
This typographic design reads like a permission slip for the whole month: it’s September. take yourself on a library date. visit an orchard. get the apple cider donuts. go antique shopping. bake cinnamon rolls. see a football game. plan a cabin getaway. slow down a bit. Rendered in warm, autumnal type, it’s a daily nudge to actually enjoy the season instead of just waiting for it to happen.
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Desktop Wallpaper | iPhone Background | iPad / Tablet | TV Version
Minimalist September Calendar Wallpaper
For anyone who likes their screens clean and clutter-free, this minimalist design pairs a simple September 2026 calendar with elegant black type layered over a soft script on an off-white background. There’s nothing competing for your attention, which makes it ideal for busy work weeks when you need your desktop to stay organized.
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Calendar—Sunday Start
Desktop Wallpaper | iPhone Background | iPad / Tablet | Second Screen
Calendar—Monday Start
Desktop Wallpaper | iPhone Background | iPad / Tablet
No Calendar
Zodiac Tech Backgrounds
Explore zodiac tech backgrounds for every sign! From zodiac phone backgrounds to zodiac desktop backgrounds, find zodiac wallpapers, astrology wallpapers, and zodiac aesthetic wallpapers that match your energy. Customize your lock screen or iPhone wallpaper with personalized zodiac tech backgrounds and astrology-inspired wallpapers for phone and laptop—perfect for every sign’s style.
Aesthetic Tech Backgrounds You’ll Love:
- Ralph Lauren Aesthetic Tech Backgrounds
- Coastal Grandma Tech Backgrounds
- Best-Self Inspirational Tech Backgrounds
- Chic, Minimalistic Tech Backgrounds
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Everygirl Tech Backgrounds
When do The Everygirl Tech Backgrounds come out?
The Everygirl’s monthly tech backgrounds are available three days before the first of each month to give you plenty of time to change your screens. We also release bi-monthly tech backgrounds midway through the month and special drops (like our zodiac tech backgrounds!) so you have even more to choose from. You can see all the tech backgrounds available here.
How do I download the tech backgrounds?
Downloading our free tech backgrounds is easy. Scroll through the designs below until you find one you love, then select the download link for your device. We offer different sizes for phones, desktops, laptops, tablets, and more, plus calendar and no-calendar options. Once the image opens, save it to your device and set it as your wallpaper or background. Repeat with as many designs as you’d like—there’s no need to choose just one.
Can I use more than one September wallpaper?
Yes! If you’re using a Mac, you don’t have to commit to just one September wallpaper. Start by downloading all of your favorite tech backgrounds and saving them to one folder. Then, head to the Wallpaper tab in your Mac settings, scroll down to “Add Folder,” and select the folder you created. From there, turn on the “Rotate” option and choose how often you want your wallpapers to shuffle. It’s an easy way to enjoy all your favorite fall designs without having to pick just one.
Can I get a September wallpaper without a calendar?
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.
Caitlin Schneider, Brand Design Lead
Caitlin is the Brand Design Lead for The Everygirl and The Everymom. She oversees design execution and visual standards. Caitlin also sets the creative vision, leads campaign and tentpole concepting, assigns work across the team, and leads design direction to ensure brand consistency and elevated standards.
Aryana Johnson, Senior Designer
Aryana is a Chicago-born artist working as a Senior Designer for The Everygirl and The Everymom. She leads the execution of campaign assets and design build-outs, owns UX/UI and website system implementation, and operates autonomously within approved design direction.
Marta Taras, Marketing Designer
Marta is a passionate designer who constantly pushes creative limits. In her role as Marketing Designer, she leads the creation of performance-driven marketing visuals while maintaining scalable templates and visual consistency across channels.
Andrea Navarro, Assistant Editor
Andrea is a writer and editor with 10+ years of experience in women’s lifestyle and commerce content. She is based in Los Angeles, California, and her work appears in Vogue, Glamour, The Zoe Report, and many more.
Love The Everygirl’s tech backgrounds? Browse our full archive with wallpapers from August, July, and more.
Want more wallpapers? We just launched our Zodiac tech backgrounds for all the girls who can’t stop talking about their birth chart. Happy Virgo and Libra season, lovelies.
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