YouTube image sizes
| Image | Recommended size | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Video thumbnail | 1280 × 720 px (16:9) | At least 640 px wide; JPG or PNG under 2 MB |
| Channel banner | 2560 × 1440 px | Keep text and logos in the center 1546 × 423 px, the area every device shows |
| Profile picture | 800 × 800 px | Shown as a circle |
The resizer saves a high-quality JPG. A 1280 × 720 thumbnail stays well under YouTube's 2 MB limit for most images.
Thumbnails that get clicks
- One clear subject and few words; thumbnails are often seen very small.
- Strong contrast between the subject and the background.
- Avoid putting important details in the bottom-right corner, where the video length is shown.
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Frequently asked questions
What size is a YouTube thumbnail?
1280 × 720 pixels (16:9), at least 640 pixels wide, as a JPG or PNG under 2 MB.
What size is a YouTube channel banner?
2560 × 1440 pixels. Keep text and logos inside the center 1546 × 423 pixels so they show on every device.
What size is a YouTube profile picture?
800 × 800 pixels. It is displayed as a circle.
Is my image uploaded anywhere?
No. It is resized in your browser and downloaded straight to your device.
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