YouTube Thumbnail · 1280×720 · Under 2MB

Resize for YouTube Thumbnails

Pre-set to 1280×720 and under 2MB — upload-ready for YouTube in one click.

The exact YouTube spec, one click

YouTube thumbnails must be under 2MB and ideally 1280×720. Design tools often export 4-8MB files that YouTube rejects. Drop your export here — it resizes to 1280px wide and auto-compresses under 2MB at the highest quality that fits.

Also useful: compress to 100KB for website use, or the background remover for cutout-style thumbnails.

Frequently asked questions

What is the correct YouTube thumbnail size?

YouTube recommends 1280×720 pixels (16:9), minimum 640px wide, under 2MB, in JPG/PNG/GIF. This tool presets 1280px wide JPG under 2MB.

Why is my thumbnail rejected by YouTube?

Almost always the 2MB size limit. This tool automatically compresses under 2MB while keeping the best possible quality.

Is it free?

Yes — free, no watermark, no signup, and your image is processed in your browser without uploading.