What size should YouTube thumbnails be?

YouTube thumbnails should be 1280x720 pixels (16:9 ratio) with a minimum width of 640 pixels. Files should be under 2MB in JPG, GIF, or PNG format. Thumbnails are one of the most important factors for click-through rate.

What is the YouTube channel banner size?

YouTube channel art should be 2560x1440 pixels. However, the safe area (visible on all devices) is the center 1546x423 pixels. Text and logos should be kept within this safe area.

What size is a YouTube profile picture?

YouTube profile pictures (channel icons) should be 800x800 pixels. They display at 98x98 pixels on YouTube but are shown larger in Google searches and YouTube TV. Upload at 800x800 for clarity everywhere.

How do I make a good YouTube thumbnail?

Use 1280x720 resolution with bright, contrasting colors. Include faces (close-up) for higher CTR. Add short, bold text (3-5 words max). Make sure it looks good at small sizes since most viewers see thumbnails on mobile.

What format should YouTube images be?

JPG is best for photographic thumbnails (smaller file size). PNG is better for graphics with text and sharp edges. YouTube accepts both formats. Keep files under 2MB for thumbnails.

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