YouTube channel banner size

The recommended YouTube channel banner size is 2560 × 1440 pixels, an aspect ratio of 16:9.

Updated

16:9
2560 × 1440 px

Aspect ratio 16:9

Resize an image to 2560 × 1440

Tips for this size

Only the central 1546 × 423 area shows on every device. Put text and logos there.

Upload at the exact size where you can, because platforms recompress images and resizing twice softens them. If your image has a different shape, it will be cropped or padded. The Image Resizer lets you choose, and everything runs in your browser. Work out other dimensions with the Aspect Ratio Calculator.

All YouTube image sizes

ImageSize (px)Ratio
YouTube thumbnail1280 × 72016:9
YouTube channel banner2560 × 144016:9
YouTube profile picture800 × 8001:1

Platforms change their layouts from time to time, so check the current preview before an important post.

Image ResizerResize a photo to exact pixel dimensions or a percentage, crop it to fill a social-media size, or fit it inside a frame with a background color — all locally in your browser.
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Frequently asked questions

What size is a YouTube channel banner?
2560 × 1440 pixels, with an aspect ratio of 16:9.
How do I resize an image to 2560 × 1440?
Open the Image Resizer from this page, add your image, and the size is filled in for you. Then choose crop or fit and download.
Is my image uploaded?
No. Resizing runs in your browser, so the image stays on your device.