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Updated for 2026. Click to copy dimensions.

Thumbnail

Custom thumbnails. Max 2MB. JPG/PNG/GIF.

1280 x 720Aspect: 16:9

Channel Banner

Safe area: 1546x423 center. Scales across devices.

2560 x 1440Aspect: 16:9

Profile Picture

Channel avatar. Displays as circle.

800 x 800Aspect: 1:1

End Screen

Last 5-20 seconds of video. Place elements in safe zones.

1280 x 720Aspect: 16:9

Video Upload

4K recommended. Min 1920x1080 for HD.

3840 x 2160Aspect: 16:9

Community Post

Square works best. Also supports 16:9.

1200 x 1200Aspect: 1:1

Watermark/Branding

Channel branding watermark overlay.

150 x 150Aspect: 1:1
Tip: Thumbnails are the #1 factor for click-through rate. Use bold text, high contrast, and expressive faces.

FAQ

What size should YouTube thumbnails be?
YouTube thumbnails should be 1280x720 pixels with a 16:9 aspect ratio. Maximum file size is 2MB. Use JPG, PNG, or GIF format.
What is the YouTube banner safe area?
While the full banner is 2560x1440, the safe area for text and logos is 1546x423 pixels in the center. This area is visible across all devices.
What resolution should I upload videos?
Upload at the highest quality available. 4K (3840x2160) is ideal. Minimum recommended is 1920x1080 (Full HD) for HD quality on YouTube.
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