Preset details
YouTube Channel Banner size — 2560×1440 (16:9)
Size answer and destination decision
Use 2560×1440 pixels at 16:9 for a YouTube channel banner canvas.
2560 ÷ 1440 = 1.7778 (16:9)
Build around a multi-device central safe area while allowing outer artwork to extend for larger screens. After export, manually use a desktop, mobile, and TV preview checklist in YouTube to confirm the channel name, upload rhythm, and logo stay readable in each framing.
Use this preset when
- A flexible background can expand beyond the protected center without creating seams
- Primary identity elements remain grouped inside the shared viewport region
Reconsider the crop or format when
- A slogan or sponsor mark depends on an outer corner visible on just one device
- The source is too narrow to cover television edges without stretching or blur
After export: manual destination check
After export, manually check the central safe area in YouTube desktop, mobile, and TV banner views.
Open the working workflow
YouTube Channel Banner size is 2560×1440 (16:9). Open this preset in the resizer and export as JPG or PNG without uploading.
Local processing, no upload. Open this preset in the resizer, use Pad to fit, then export as JPG or PNG.
YouTube2560×144016:9Pad (fit)
Summary
YouTube
16:9
2560×1440
Pad
Dimensions
2560×1440
Pixels
Aspect ratio
16:9
Display
Recommended mode
Pad keeps the whole image visible inside the frame.
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Quick tips
- Thumbnails are often viewed small—use large, readable text.
- For video thumbnails, YouTube currently states 2 MB on mobile and 50 MB on desktop; JPG is usually smaller than PNG.
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FAQ
What is the YouTube Channel Banner size?
2560x1440 (16:9).
Crop vs Pad — which is better?
Default recommendation: Pad (fit whole image).
Why does the output look blurry?
Use a higher-resolution source, increase JPG quality (90–95), or use PNG for text/logos.
How do I avoid cutting faces or important content?
Use Pad to keep everything visible, or drag the crop focus in Crop mode.
Do you upload my images?
No. Processing happens locally in your browser. Your files are not uploaded.
What format should I export?
JPG for photos, PNG for text or transparency, WebP for smaller files (if supported).
What is this size in inches or cm?
Instagram and most platforms use pixels. Inches/cm depend on DPI. For print, inches = pixels ÷ DPI.