YouTube Banner Maker
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YouTube Banner Size — Exact Specifications
The YouTube channel art (banner) is 2560×1440 pixels — but YouTube displays different portions on different devices. Understanding the safe zones is critical: content in the edges of the full 2560×1440 image may be cut off on phones and tablets.
| Device | Visible area | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| TV | 2560×423px | Full width, top strip only |
| Desktop | 2560×1440px | Full image visible |
| Tablet | 1855×423px | Center crop, top strip |
| Mobile | 1235×338px | Narrow center strip — safe zone |
Keep all text and logos inside the center 1235×338px safe zone — this is the area guaranteed to be visible on every device. This tool pre-positions all template text in the safe zone by default.
What to Put on Your YouTube Banner
Your YouTube channel art is the first thing a new viewer sees when they visit your channel page. It should immediately communicate who you are and why they should subscribe. The most effective YouTube banners include three elements: your channel name in large, readable text; a brief description of your content ("Gaming tutorials", "Weekly cooking videos", "Tech reviews"); and an upload schedule to set expectations.
- Gaming channels: Channel name in Impact font, neon colors, game genre (FPS/RPG/Minecraft), "New videos daily"
- Vlog / lifestyle: Name + aesthetic background photo, upload day (e.g. "Every Sunday")
- Tutorial / educational: Channel name + topic + value proposition ("Learn Python in 30 days")
- Business / brand: Logo + tagline + website URL
How to Upload Your YouTube Banner
- Create and download your banner using this tool (2560×1440px JPG).
- Go to YouTube Studio (studio.youtube.com).
- Click Customization in the left menu → Branding tab.
- Under "Banner image" → click the pencil/upload icon.
- Select your downloaded file → adjust crop preview → Done → Publish.
Design Tips for YouTube Channel Art
Because the banner is cropped differently on every device, minimalism works best. A common mistake is filling the full 2560×1440 canvas with content — most viewers on mobile will only see a 1235×338px strip. Focus on your channel name and one clear message in the center safe zone. Use the outer areas only for background visuals that still look good when cropped.
Consistent branding across your banner, profile photo, and video thumbnails builds channel recognition faster. If your thumbnails use a dark background with neon text, use the same color scheme in your banner. If your thumbnails use a specific font, use it in the banner too.
Optimize Your YouTube Banner File
YouTube accepts banners up to 6MB. A 2560×1440px JPG at 92% quality typically exports at 500KB–1.5MB — well within limits. If you need to reduce the file size, use CompressImg.pro to reduce size without visible quality loss.