What size should a YouTube thumbnail be?

YouTube recommends 1280x720 pixels (16:9 aspect ratio) with a minimum width of 640 pixels. The file should be under 2MB. JPG, GIF, or PNG formats are accepted.

Why is my thumbnail blurry on YouTube?

Start with a 1280x720 image and save as high-quality JPG. If your source image is smaller than 1280x720, upscaling will cause blurriness. Use the highest resolution source image available.

What makes a good YouTube thumbnail?

Use bright colors, large readable text, expressive faces, and high contrast. Our tool handles the sizing, so you can focus on the design. Keep text large since thumbnails are often viewed at small sizes.

Resize Image for YouTube Thumbnail (1280x720)

Resize any image to YouTube's recommended 1280x720 thumbnail dimensions. The standard 16:9 HD format that displays perfectly across all devices.

Pre-configured: 1280 x 720px (YouTube Thumbnail)

Drag & drop an image to resize, or click to browse

Supports JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF

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