YouTube Thumbnail Downloader
Paste a YouTube or Shorts link and save its thumbnail in HD, standard, high, medium or small size.
Runs in your browser. Your text and files never leave your device.
How to save a YouTube thumbnail
- On YouTube, press Share under the video and copy the link.
- Paste it above. Links from Shorts, live streams, youtu.be and the mobile app all work.
- Pick the size you want and press Download.
Thumbnail sizes
- Maximum (HD): 1280 × 720, for HD uploads.
- Standard: 640 × 480 (4:3, may show black bars).
- High: 480 × 360. Medium: 320 × 180. Small: 120 × 90.
Making your own thumbnail? See the YouTube thumbnail size guide and resize your image to fit.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I download a YouTube thumbnail?
Copy the video link from YouTube (Share › Copy link), paste it here and press Get thumbnails. Choose a size and press Download. It works for normal videos, Shorts and live streams.
Why is the HD (1280 × 720) version missing for some videos?
YouTube only creates the maximum-resolution thumbnail for videos uploaded in HD. Older or low-resolution videos have Standard (640 × 480) as their largest size.
Can I use someone else's thumbnail?
Thumbnails are the creator's work and are usually protected by copyright. Download them for reference, research, your own videos, or with the creator's permission; don't reuse them as your own.
Does it work on iPhone and Android?
Yes. On a phone the image may open in a new tab instead of downloading; long-press it and choose Save Image or Download image.
Do you store the videos I look up?
No. The thumbnails load straight from YouTube's image server into your browser; nothing passes through or is saved on our side.