Upload channel art at 2560 by 1440 pixels. YouTube scales and crops it for each device, and only the centre 1546 by 423 pixels is guaranteed to be visible everywhere.
The file must be under 6 MB. The resizer below sets the size and shows the safe area so you can place your logo and text correctly.
YouTube banner size: what to know
Quick reference
Recommended size: 2560 by 1440 pixels. Minimum: 2048 by 1152. Safe area: 1546 by 423 pixels in the centre. File size: under 6 MB.
What each device shows
TVs show the whole image. Desktops show a wide band. Tablets show a little less. Phones show the safe area only.
Design tip
Keep text large and short, with plenty of space around it, because it is shown small on a phone.
How to use
- Add your image. Drop a wide image, ideally at least 2048 pixels across.
- Place it. Choose crop to fill or fit on a blurred background and move the crop.
- Check the safe area. Turn on the guide. Keep your name, logo and text inside the highlighted centre.
- Download. The file is exported at 2560 by 1440 and kept under 6 MB.
Limits and good to know
- A small source image will look soft when enlarged to 2560 by 1440.
- Channel links and the channel icon overlap parts of the banner on desktop, so keep the bottom corners clear.
- This tool resizes images. It does not design the banner.
FAQ
Why is my banner cropped on mobile?
Phones show only the safe area. Move your text and logo into the centre 1546 by 423 pixels.
Can the banner be animated?
Use a still image. Check YouTube's help for current rules on formats.
What size is YouTube channel art?
2560 by 1440 pixels is recommended, with a minimum of 2048 by 1152 and a limit of 6 MB.
What is the safe area?
The centre 1546 by 423 pixels, which is visible on every device.
Is my image uploaded?
No.