Free YouTube tool · Updated August 2026 · Works in your browser
YouTube Image Resizer
Upload an image, pick the YouTube placement and download it at the right size. The list has every YouTube size that matters in 2026, from thumbnail (1280×720) to community post image. Drag the preview to reposition the crop.
Free tool · runs in your browser · your image never leaves your device
Drop an image here or click to choose
JPG, PNG, WebP, HEIC on Safari
JPG, PNG, WebP, HEIC on Safari
Sizes come straight from each platform's current specs. "Crop to fill" keeps the centre of your image; drag the preview to reposition the crop.
YouTube image sizes 2026
- Thumbnail: 1280×720 px (16:9)
- Channel banner: 2560×1440 px (16:9) — Safe area 1546×423 in the centre
- Profile photo: 800×800 px (1:1)
- Shorts: 1080×1920 px (9:16)
- Community post image: 1080×1080 px (1:1)
Tips for YouTube images
- Export at the listed size or larger: YouTube downsizes but never upsizes.
- Use JPG for photos and PNG for graphics with text; both should be under a few MB.
- Keep text and faces away from the edges; YouTube crops thumbnails and previews differently from the full image.
YouTube image sizes (2026)
| Placement | Size (px) | Ratio |
|---|---|---|
| Thumbnail | 1280 × 720 | 16:9 |
| Channel banner — Safe area 1546×423 in the centre | 2560 × 1440 | 16:9 |
| Profile photo | 800 × 800 | 1:1 |
| Shorts | 1080 × 1920 | 9:16 |
| Community post image | 1080 × 1080 | 1:1 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best image size for YouTube?
Thumbnail: 1280×720 (16:9).
What size is a YouTube profile picture?
800×800 px, shown as a circle on most screens.
Is my image uploaded?
No. Everything happens in your browser with the canvas API.
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