Every size YouTube stores
YouTube keeps several versions of each thumbnail. The maximum size is 1280x720, followed by 640x480, 480x360 and 320x180. Not every video has the maximum size, so only the sizes that exist are shown.
YouTube Thumbnail Downloader
Paste any YouTube link to get its thumbnail in every available size, up to full HD 1280x720, and download it in one click.
How to download a YouTube thumbnail
Copy the link of the YouTube video (youtube.com, youtu.be or Shorts).
Paste it above and press Get thumbnails. Every available size appears with a preview.
Press Download under the size you want to save the JPG image.
Use thumbnails responsibly
A thumbnail is part of the creator work. Download it for reference, for commentary or review, or with the creator permission, and credit the source when you share it.
Works with any link format
Paste a normal watch link, a youtu.be short link, a Shorts link or an embed link. The video ID is extracted automatically, and nothing is stored on our side.
| Size name | Resolution | Use it for |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum (HD) | 1280 x 720 | Blog posts, presentations, video covers |
| Standard | 640 x 480 | Social posts and web pages |
| High | 480 x 360 | Previews and lists |
| Medium | 320 x 180 | Small cards |
| Default | 120 x 90 | Tiny icons |
Thumbnails belong to their creators. Use them for reference, commentary or with permission. See our Terms of Service.
Thumbnail downloader FAQ
What is the biggest YouTube thumbnail size?
The maximum size is 1280x720 pixels when the uploader provided a high-resolution image.
Why is the maximum size missing for my video?
Some videos, especially older ones, only have smaller thumbnails. We show the sizes that exist.
Is the thumbnail downloader free?
Yes. It is free, needs no sign-up and works in any browser.
Can I use a downloaded thumbnail on my own video?
Only with permission from the creator. Thumbnails are copyrighted material.
Need the video itself? Try the YouTube video downloader.