About this tool
A 1280 x 720 picture with a 16:9 shape is the standard thumbnail size for YouTube videos. Choose your image and this tool makes it fit that size.
How to use it
- Choose your image.
- Keep 1280 x 720.
- Use Fill the frame so the thumbnail has no borders.
- Press Resize Image and download your thumbnail.
Making a clear thumbnail
A thumbnail is the first thing people see, and it is usually small. Use big, simple shapes, a clear face or object, and high contrast so it reads even on a phone.
Keep the file reasonably small. If your image is too large for the upload, run it through the compress tool on this site and keep the quality around 80 to 90 percent.
Common questions
What size is a YouTube thumbnail?
1280 x 720 pixels, with a 16:9 shape, is the commonly recommended size.
What if my image is not 16:9?
Fill the frame trims the edges. Fit inside adds white borders instead.
Is there a file size limit?
YouTube limits thumbnail file size. If yours is too large, run it through the compress tool on this site.
Is my image uploaded here?
No. It is processed in your browser.