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800×450
shown at 28%
Profile Cover Photo
Cover / Header
- Size (px)
- Ratio
- 16:9
YouTube — Channel Banner / Channel Art
Cover / Header · Video · Verified 2026-06
Live preview
2560×1440
shown at 18%
In context
Sample feed post
Full specification
Size (px)
Ratio16:9
Max weight6 MB
FormatsJPG, PNG, GIF, BMP
Max durationN/A
Max videoN/A
Text limits N/A
Notes & best practice
Recommended upload is 2560x1440 px (best for TV).
Minimum is 2048x1152 px at 16:9.
Safe area for text and logos is 1235x338 px centered.
Max file size is 6 MB.
Avoid shadows, borders, and frames.
The banner is also used for branding within Masthead ads.
Frequently asked questions
What size is the YouTube Channel Banner / Channel Art?
The YouTube Channel Banner / Channel Art is 2560×1440 px, aspect ratio 16:9.
What is the aspect ratio of the YouTube Channel Banner / Channel Art?
16:9. At the recommended resolution that is 2560×1440 px.
What is the maximum file size for the YouTube Channel Banner / Channel Art?
Up to 6 MB, in JPG, PNG, GIF, BMP.
What file formats does YouTube accept for the Channel Banner / Channel Art?
JPG, PNG, GIF, BMP.
How long can the YouTube Channel Banner / Channel Art be?
N/A.
Why does YouTube crop my Channel Banner / Channel Art?
YouTube shows Channel Banner / Channel Art at 16:9. Upload exactly 2560×1440 px and keep key content in the safe area so nothing gets cut off.
Is 2560×1440 still correct for the YouTube Channel Banner / Channel Art in 2026?
Yes. Last verified 2026-06 against the official YouTube documentation.
Check your creative
Test a file against this exact spec before you upload it anywhere.
Nothing is uploaded or saved — the check runs entirely in your browser.