Free YouTube Tool

Preview your YouTube banner before you upload it

See exactly how your channel art looks on PC, mobile and TV — with safe zone guides. No signup, no servers.

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✓ 100% free ✓ No signup ✓ Images stay on your device ✓ PC + Mobile + TV preview
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👤 Logo / Profile Picture Recommended 800 × 800 px ✅
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Channel logo

Your Channel Name

@yourchannel · 1.2K subscribers · 24 videos

Home
Videos
Playlists
Community
Inline advertisement
🖼Banner
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Your Channel Name

1.2K subscribers

Home
Videos
Playlists
🖼TV shows the full banner (2560×1440)
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Your Channel Name

1.2K subscribers

On Smart TV the full image is shown — design with enough margin on all edges

TV: 2560×1440
PC/Tablet: ~1855×423 px
Always visible: ~1546×423 px
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Why use this tool

Everything you need to perfect your channel

No more upload → check → edit → upload cycles. Validate your design here first.

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Safe zone guides

Visual overlays show exactly which part of your banner is always visible and what might get cropped.

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3 real device previews

Switch between PC, mobile and TV to see exactly how YouTube renders your banner on each screen.

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100% private

Your images are processed locally in your browser. Nothing is uploaded to any server.

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Instant preview

No waiting, no processing. Your banner appears the moment you select the file.

Official specifications

YouTube Banner Sizes 2026

YouTube renders your channel art differently depending on the device. Use these measurements to design correctly.

Device Visible area Design at Key advice
📺 Smart TV 2560 × 1440 px (full) 2560 × 1440 px Full image shown
🖥 PC / Tablet ~1855 × 423 px 2560 × 1440 px Center zone
📱 Mobile ~1546 × 423 px 2560 × 1440 px Safe zone

Max file size: 6 MB. Accepted formats: JPG, PNG, GIF, BMP.

Learn

YouTube Channel Art Guides

Everything you need to design a professional YouTube channel.

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Sizes & Specs

YouTube Banner Size Guide 2026: Everything You Need to Know

Complete breakdown of safe zones, device differences, and how to design your banner so it looks perfect everywhere.

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Design Tips

The YouTube Safe Zone Explained: Where to Put Your Logo and Text

Learn which part of your banner is always visible and how to avoid having your key content cropped out.

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Design

10 YouTube Channel Art Design Tips for 2026

Practical tips to make your channel look professional and attract more subscribers from the first visit.

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FAQ

Common questions

What is the correct YouTube banner size in 2026?
YouTube recommends 2560 × 1440 pixels with a maximum file size of 6 MB. The safe zone always visible across all devices is approximately 1546 × 423 px in the center. Always design at 2560 × 1440 px and keep your key content (logo, text, CTA) within the central 1546 px.
Are my images uploaded to any server?
No. All image processing happens entirely in your browser using the native FileReader JavaScript API. Your images never leave your device and are never stored anywhere.
Why does my YouTube banner look different on mobile?
YouTube crops the banner based on the device screen size. On mobile it shows only the central horizontal strip (~1546 px wide). This tool simulates that crop so you can validate your design before uploading.
What size should my YouTube profile picture be?
YouTube recommends 800 × 800 pixels in PNG or GIF format (no animated GIF). It is displayed as a circle in most contexts — make sure your main subject is centered and has enough padding from the edges.
Does this tool work on mobile?
Yes. The simulator is fully responsive and works on any modern browser, including Chrome and Safari on iOS and Android.

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