Resize Image for a YouTube Banner
Create channel art at 2560×1440 pixels, the size YouTube recommends for banners on every device.
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How to use YouTube Banner Size
- Add your banner image.
- Keep 2560×1440 and set the focus so the important part stays in the centre.
- Process, download and upload it in YouTube Studio.
About YouTube Banner Size
YouTube shows different parts of the banner on TVs, computers and phones. Only the centre area of about 1546×423 pixels is visible everywhere, so keep your logo and text there. The rest of the image fills the space on larger screens.
- Files stay on your device – nothing is uploaded
- Free, with no sign-up and no watermark
- Works on several images at once where the tool allows it
Frequently asked questions
What size is a YouTube banner?
2560×1440 pixels, with a safe area of about 1546×423 pixels in the centre.
Why is my banner cropped on phones?
Phones only show the centre strip. Keep text and logos inside the safe area.
What is the maximum file size?
YouTube accepts banner files up to 6 MB.
Need different settings?
This page is a preset. You can change every option above, or open the full tool: Social Media Image Resizer →