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YouTube Thumbnail Maker

Design an eye-catching YouTube thumbnail with bold text, your photo, emoji and ready-made styles, at exactly 1280 × 720.

Drag text and images to move them. Click to select.

Start from:
Background
Colours
Layers
Selected layer
TextOutline

Make a YouTube thumbnail that gets clicks

  1. Start from a style, then add a background photo or keep the colour gradient.
  2. Write three to five big words, and add a photo of yourself or an emoji to show the feeling.
  3. Drag things into place, keeping the bottom-right corner clear, and download a 1280 × 720 JPG ready to upload.

Thumbnail tips

  • Check it small: most people see your thumbnail at the size of a stamp on their phone.
  • Use contrast: bright text with a thick dark outline reads on any background.
  • Don't repeat the title: the thumbnail and title should work together, each adding something.

Cut yourself out of a photo first with the background remover. Need the image for other sizes? Use the social media image resizer.

Frequently asked questions

What size is a YouTube thumbnail?

1280 × 720 pixels (16:9), under 2 MB, as JPG or PNG. The thumbnail maker creates exactly that size and saves a JPG that stays under the limit.

What makes a thumbnail get more clicks?

A clear face showing emotion, three to five big words, strong contrast, and one clear idea. Keep the bottom-right corner free: YouTube shows the video length there.

Can I put myself on the thumbnail without the background?

Yes. Cut yourself out with the background remover first, download the PNG, then add it here as an image layer. It keeps its transparent background.

Can I use it for other platforms?

Yes. Choose a different size for Instagram posts, Stories, Facebook or X, and the canvas changes to match.

Are my images uploaded?

No. Everything happens in your browser, on your device.

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