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1080×1920
shown at 11%
Vertical Video Ad (9:16, full-screen)
Vertical / Portrait
- Size (px)
- Ratio
- 9:16
YouTube — Video Ad - Vertical (9:16)
Vertical / Portrait · Video · Verified 2026-06
Live preview
1080×1920
shown at 24%
In context
Full-screen 9:16
Full specification
Size (px)
Ratio9:16
Max weight256 GB
Max durationNo hard max (full-screen vertical; Shorts placements recommend under 60s)
Max video256 GB
Formats · VideoMP4, MOV, MPEG-4, WebM, HEVC (H.265), ProRes, DNxHR
Text limits Varies by format
Keep key content and text inside the safe zone — the platform UI overlaps the top and bottom of full-screen 9:16 creatives.
Notes & best practice
Recommended vertical resolution is 1080x1920 (1080p), with a minimum of 720x1280 (SD 480x640 is accepted but not recommended).
Used for vertical, full-screen, and Shorts-eligible placements.
Providing a vertical asset is recommended for mobile and Shorts inventory.
Frequently asked questions
What size is the YouTube Video Ad - Vertical (9:16)?
The YouTube Video Ad - Vertical (9:16) is 1080×1920 px, aspect ratio 9:16.
What is the aspect ratio of the YouTube Video Ad - Vertical (9:16)?
9:16. At the recommended resolution that is 1080×1920 px.
What is the maximum file size for the YouTube Video Ad - Vertical (9:16)?
Up to 256 GB, in .
How long can the YouTube Video Ad - Vertical (9:16) be?
No hard max (full-screen vertical; Shorts placements recommend under 60s).
Why does YouTube crop my Video Ad - Vertical (9:16)?
YouTube shows Video Ad - Vertical (9:16) 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 Video Ad - Vertical (9:16) in 2026?
Yes. Last verified 2026-06 against the official YouTube documentation.
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