Resize Image for YouTube Channel Banner

Create YouTube channel banners at 2560×1440 pixels. YouTube displays different crops on TV (full), desktop (center), tablet, and mobile — keep important content within the 1546×423 safe area.

2560 × 1440

pixels

16:9

aspect ratio

How to Resize for YouTube Channel Banner

  1. 1Open the Social Media Resizer
  2. 2Upload your image (drag-and-drop or click to browse)
  3. 3Select the YouTubeChannel Banner preset (2560×1440)
  4. 4Download your perfectly sized image

YouTube Channel Banner Tips

  • Upload at 2560×1440 but keep critical content within the center 1546×423 'safe area'
  • Text and logos should be in the center — sides are cropped on mobile
  • Maximum file size is 6MB
  • TV displays show the full 2560×1440, desktop shows approximately 2560×423

FAQ

What size should YouTube channel banner images be?

2560×1440 pixels (16:9 aspect ratio). This is the recommended size for optimal quality.

How do I resize for YouTube without losing quality?

Use theimgapp's social resizer — it resizes to exact dimensions with high-quality interpolation. Upload at the platform's recommended size to avoid re-compression.

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