Size
YouTube thumbnail size
A YouTube thumbnail is 1280 × 720 pixels, a 16:9 shape. In 240fps, choose YouTube thumbnail as the frame size and the canvas, the layout and every export use exactly 1280 × 720, so the image or video is ready to upload without resizing.
Why the exact YouTube thumbnail size matters
YouTube uses 16:9 everywhere, from thumbnails to banners, at different pixel sizes.
Tips
- Thumbnails are seen small: one large device and big text work better than detail.
- Banners are cropped on phones and TVs; keep the important part in the centre.
Other sizes in this family
- YouTube banner: 2560 × 1440
- YouTube video: 1920 × 1080
How to do it
- 1Open the editor at this sizeOpen the editor with the frame set to YouTube thumbnail.
- 2Add your screenPaste a screenshot, drop a screen recording, or add a website.
- 3Pick a device and backgroundChoose the device, a layout and a background, or start from a template.
- 4ExportExport at exactly 1280 × 720.
Questions
What size is a YouTube thumbnail?
1280 × 720 pixels.
Can I export a video at this size?
Yes. Switch to Videos, add motion, and export an MP4, WebM or GIF at the same size.
Is it free?
Designing at any size is free. Exporting comes with 240fps Monthly ($7 a month) or Lifetime ($39 once).
