YouTube video thumbnail size: 3,840 x 2,160 pixels
YouTube states a recommended size of 3,840 x 2,160 pixels for the video thumbnail (verified August 22, 2026).
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The recorded value
- Video thumbnail
- 3,840 x 2,16016:9, Recommended by the platform
Add custom thumbnails on YouTube Researched August 22, 2026
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