YouTube Thumbnail Downloader
Download YouTube video thumbnails in every resolution — maxres, HD, SD, and default. Paste a video URL to get started.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What thumbnail sizes can I download?
- YouTube provides up to five resolutions: default (120×90), medium (320×180), high (480×360), standard (640×480), and maxres (1280×720). We show every available size for each video.
- What format are YouTube thumbnails?
- All thumbnails are served by YouTube as JPEG images. The downloaded file will be a .jpg regardless of the resolution.
- Can I download thumbnails from YouTube Shorts?
- Yes. YouTube Shorts use the same thumbnail system as regular videos. Paste the Shorts URL and all available resolutions will appear.
- Is this tool free to use?
- Completely free. No sign-up, no watermarks, and no limits. We use public YouTube data to fetch thumbnails.
- Why is the maxres thumbnail not available for some videos?
- Not all videos have a maxres (1280×720) thumbnail. YouTube only generates it for videos uploaded in HD or higher. Older or low-resolution videos may only have the smaller sizes.
- Can I use downloaded thumbnails commercially?
- Thumbnails are owned by the original video creator. You may use them for commentary, reviews, or educational purposes under fair use, but always credit the original creator for commercial use.