Sizes for common platforms
From 1280 × 720 thumbnails to 4K.
For creators
Video
thumbnail editor.
Right-size thumbnails with bold type and layers, in your browser or on desktop.
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Thumbnails
The tools behind a thumbnail that gets clicked.
Remove backgrounds, no AI
Box the subject; it runs on your device.
Live layer effects
Stack stroke, glow, extrude and shadows.
100 one-click effect presets
10 groups of ready-made effect stacks.
Clipping masks
Put a photo inside text or a shape.
Text that stays readable
Picks a readable colour from your photo.
148 layered templates
Words, shapes and photos stay as layers.
Channel art guides
2560 × 1440 with device guides.
Export anywhere
PNG, JPG, WebP, SVG, PDF or layered PSD.
Common questions
What size is a video thumbnail?
1280 × 720 pixels (16:9).
Can I make thumbnails for free?
Free for personal use, with no watermark and no sign-up. If the design is for a business, a client or other paid work, you need a commercial licence. Licences aren’t on sale yet during the beta; they are planned from $19.99, paid once. A monetised channel counts as paid work.
Are there templates?
Yes. The template library has a Video / Thumbnails category, and the 148 layered templates can be searched by name, category or text. Words, shapes and photos stay editable.
What format should I export?
PNG for crisp text and graphics, or JPG for a smaller file.
Keep reading
Related guides
Social media graphics
Posts, stories and headers.
Remove background
Cut yourself out of any shot.
For content creators
Thumbnails, banners and more.
Ship thumbnails without a subscription
Free for personal use. Commercial licences from $19.99 — paid once, no monthly fee, no watermark.
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