Size Guide
| Image | Size (px) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Channel banner | 2560 × 1440 | Safe area for text and logos is the centre 1546 × 423. Max 6 MB. |
| Thumbnail | 1280 × 720 | 16:9. Minimum width 640. |
| Profile picture | 800 × 800 | Shown as a circle at 98px. |
| Video watermark | 150 × 150 | Square. Shown in the corner of your videos. |
What Size Is a YouTube Banner?
Upload YouTube channel art at 2560 × 1440 pixels. The minimum is 2048 × 1152 and the file limit is 6 MB.
YouTube shows different slices on TV, desktop, and mobile. Only the centre 1546 × 423 is visible everywhere, so put your name and any text inside that strip.
YouTube Thumbnail and Profile Picture Size
Thumbnails are 1280 × 720 at 16:9. Profile pictures are 800 × 800 and display as a small circle, so a face or simple logo works better than text.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the YouTube banner size?
2560 × 1440 pixels, with a minimum of 2048 × 1152 and a 6 MB file limit. Keep text inside the centre 1546 × 423 safe area.
What is the YouTube banner safe area?
The centre 1546 × 423 pixels of a 2560 × 1440 banner. That strip is visible on every device.
What size is a YouTube thumbnail?
1280 × 720 pixels at 16:9, with a minimum width of 640 pixels.
What size is a YouTube profile picture?
800 × 800 pixels. It displays as a 98px circle.
Are my images uploaded anywhere?
No. Resizing happens in your browser. The image never leaves your device.
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