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YouTube Thumbnail Safe Zone

Drop a 1280×720 image and see title, duration and UI overlays so text stays readable.

How to check thumbnail safe zones

  1. Upload a 1280×720 (or any) image.
  2. Toggle title, time and mobile crop overlays.
  3. Adjust your design so important text stays clear.

Frequently asked questions

What size should I use?

YouTube recommends 1280×720, 16:9, under 2 MB.

Are overlays exact?

They are typical UI chrome. YouTube can change layout.

Is the image uploaded?

No. It is drawn on a canvas in your browser.

Mobile vs desktop?

Toggle the mobile crop to see how much of the sides is lost.

Free?

Yes.

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