YouTube thumbnail size resizer
1280 × 720 px (16:9)
YouTube thumbnails should be 1280 × 720 px (16:9). Upload your image and this tool crops it to the exact thumbnail size so it looks crisp everywhere YouTube shows it.
Free · no watermark · your photo never leaves your browser
What to keep in mind
- 1280 × 720 px, 16:9 aspect ratio
- Keep under 2 MB (compress it after if needed)
- Put key text and faces near the centre
- Export as JPG or PNG
How it works
Three quick steps — free, and private in your browser.
1
Upload your photo
Drag and drop, or click to choose a JPG or PNG.
2
We set the exact size
The resizer opens preset to 1280 × 720 px (16:9). Fine-tune the crop if you like.
3
Download
Save your correctly-sized image — free, and with no watermark.
Frequently asked questions
What size is a YouTube thumbnail?
It is 1280 × 720 px with a 16:9 aspect ratio, and should stay under 2 MB.
Is this YouTube thumbnail resizer free?
Yes — free, no watermark, no account, in your browser.
How do I get it under 2 MB?
After resizing, run it through the free image compressor to shrink the file.
Do you store my thumbnail?
No — it never leaves your device.