YouTube Image Sizes (Thumbnail, Channel Banner, Profile)
Recommended sizes for YouTube thumbnails, channel banners and profile pictures. Press the button on a row to set that size in the resize tool.
Recommended sizes
| Use | Size | Ratio | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Video thumbnail | 1280 x 720 px | 16:9 | At least 640 px wide. The file size limit is commonly given as 2 MB. | Set this size |
| Channel banner | 2560 x 1440 px | 16:9 | At least 2048x1152, usually up to 6 MB. Keep text and logos in the center area of about 1546x423. | Set this size |
| Profile picture | 800 x 800 px | 1:1 | It is shown as a circle, so keep the important part in the center. | Set this size |
Checked: October 2026. These values are the ones most guides agree on. They can change with each service's policy, so check the service's official guidance for the exact rules.
How to use
- Press the button on the row you need.
- Upload your photo in the resize tool and the size is filled in for you. If the ratio differs, it is cropped from the center.
- Check the preview and download the result.
Good to know
- File size limits and the banner safe area differ a little between sources. Check YouTube's Help Center for the latest values before uploading.
- If a file is over the limit, shrink it with the compress tool first.