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320×320
shown at 69%
Profile Picture
Profile picture
- Size (px)
- Ratio
- 1:1
YouTube — Channel Profile Picture / Icon
Profile picture · Video · Verified 2026-06
Live preview
800×800
shown at 58%
In context
Circular crop
Full specification
Size (px)
Ratio1:1
Max weight15 MB
FormatsJPG, PNG, GIF, BMP
Max durationN/A
Max videoN/A
Text limits N/A
Notes & best practice
Renders at 98x98 px.
Upload an 800x800 px square for crispness, as it displays in a circular crop.
Max file size is 15 MB.
Accepted formats are JPG, PNG, static GIF, and BMP.
Animated GIFs are not permitted.
Appears across the channel, videos, attributed actions, and Masthead branding.
Frequently asked questions
What size is the YouTube Channel Profile Picture / Icon?
The YouTube Channel Profile Picture / Icon is 800×800 px, aspect ratio 1:1.
What is the aspect ratio of the YouTube Channel Profile Picture / Icon?
1:1. At the recommended resolution that is 800×800 px.
What is the maximum file size for the YouTube Channel Profile Picture / Icon?
Up to 15 MB, in JPG, PNG, GIF, BMP.
What file formats does YouTube accept for the Channel Profile Picture / Icon?
JPG, PNG, GIF, BMP.
How long can the YouTube Channel Profile Picture / Icon be?
N/A.
Why does YouTube crop my Channel Profile Picture / Icon?
YouTube shows Channel Profile Picture / Icon at 1:1. Upload exactly 800×800 px and keep key content in the safe area so nothing gets cut off.
Is 800×800 still correct for the YouTube Channel Profile Picture / Icon 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.