YouTube Thumbnail Resizer (1280x720)
Upload your image, drag it into position and download it at exactly 1280x720 pixels, ready for YouTube. Free, no signup, and your image never leaves your browser.
Upload, drop or paste (Ctrl+V) an image to begin.
About the YouTube Thumbnail size
The YouTube Thumbnail is 1280x720 pixels (16:9), used for video thumbnails.
Use large, high-contrast text, because thumbnails are often shown very small.
How to resize your image
- Upload, drop or paste your image.
- Drag to position it and scroll or use the slider to zoom.
- Pick Cover to fill the frame, or Fit with a blurred background to keep everything visible.
- Choose PNG, JPG or WEBP and click Download.
YouTube Thumbnail FAQ
What is the YouTube Thumbnail size?
The recommended size is 1280x720 pixels, an aspect ratio of 16:9. It is used for video thumbnails.
How do I resize an image for YouTube without cropping it?
Choose Fit mode and set the background to Blur or a solid color. The whole image stays visible and the empty space is filled.
Are my images uploaded to a server?
No. All resizing happens inside your browser, so your photos never leave your device.
Which file format should I download?
Use PNG for sharp graphics and text, and JPG or WEBP for photos when you want a smaller file. Check each platform's current file size limit.
More YouTube and social sizes
Social media image sizes cheat sheet
| Platform | Type | Size (px) | Ratio | Tool |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Square Post | 1080x1080 | 1:1 | Resize | |
| Portrait Post | 1080x1350 | 4:5 | Resize | |
| Story / Reel | 1080x1920 | 9:16 | Resize | |
| Cover Photo | 820x312 | about 2.63:1 | Resize | |
| Post | 1200x630 | 40:21 | Resize | |
| YouTube | Thumbnail | 1280x720 | 16:9 | Resize |
| YouTube | Banner | 2560x1440 | 16:9 | Resize |
| Banner | 1584x396 | 4:1 | Resize | |
| Post | 1200x627 | about 1.91:1 | Resize | |
| X (Twitter) | Header | 1500x500 | 3:1 | Resize |
| X (Twitter) | Post | 1600x900 | 16:9 | Resize |