Resize Image for a YouTube Thumbnail (1280x720)
Resize an image to YouTube's 1280×720 thumbnail size — free, in your browser.
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YouTube thumbnails should be 1280×720 (16:9). This tool resizes your image to that exact size so your thumbnail looks crisp and isn't rejected or squished. Pair it with our Compress tool to stay under YouTube's 2MB thumbnail limit.
Runs on your device; nothing is uploaded.
More sizes & options
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Frequently asked questions
- What size should a YouTube thumbnail be?
- 1280×720 pixels, 16:9 aspect ratio, under 2MB. This tool nails the dimensions.
- How do I get it under 2MB?
- After resizing, run it through our Compress Image tool to drop the file size while keeping it sharp.
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🔒 Your files never leave your device. This tool runs entirely in your browser — nothing is uploaded.