YouTube — YouTube Shorts Ad

Vertical / Portrait · Video · Verified 2026-06

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1080×1920

shown at 24%

Full-screen 9:16

Size (px)

Ratio9:16

Max weight256 GB

Max durationUnder 60 seconds recommended

Max video256 GB

Formats · VideoMP4, MOV, MPEG-4, WebM

Text limits Long headline / description and CTA per Demand Gen/Video setup

Keep key content and text inside the safe zone — the platform UI overlaps the top and bottom of full-screen 9:16 creatives.

Vertical full-screen video served between Shorts.

Viewers skip by swiping.

Use a 9:16 aspect ratio at 1080x1920 px.

Serves across mobile, tablet, desktop, and connected TV.

Best delivered via Demand Gen or Video reach campaigns.

What size is the YouTube YouTube Shorts Ad?

The YouTube YouTube Shorts Ad is 1080×1920 px, aspect ratio 9:16.

What is the aspect ratio of the YouTube YouTube Shorts Ad?

9:16. At the recommended resolution that is 1080×1920 px.

What is the maximum file size for the YouTube YouTube Shorts Ad?

Up to 256 GB, in .

How long can the YouTube YouTube Shorts Ad be?

Under 60 seconds recommended.

Why does YouTube crop my YouTube Shorts Ad?

YouTube shows YouTube Shorts Ad at 9:16. Upload exactly 1080×1920 px and keep key content in the safe area so nothing gets cut off.

Is 1080×1920 still correct for the YouTube YouTube Shorts Ad in 2026?

Yes. Last verified 2026-06 against the official YouTube documentation.

Test a file against this exact spec before you upload it anywhere.

Nothing is uploaded or saved — the check runs entirely in your browser.

Drag & drop your creative or click to choose a file