YouTube Thumbnail Downloader
Download any YouTube video thumbnail in HD quality. Get all available sizes instantly - no signup, no limits, completely free.
Tip: Press Enter after pasting to quickly fetch thumbnails
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Instant
Get all thumbnail sizes immediately
All Sizes
HD (1280x720) down to small (120x90)
Real Downloads
Direct JPG files, not screenshots
Copy URLs
Get direct links to embed anywhere
No Signup
Use instantly without an account
Unlimited
No daily limits, completely free
How It Works
Paste URL
Copy any YouTube video URL and paste it above. Works with youtube.com, youtu.be, and shorts.
Choose Size
See all available thumbnail sizes. Click any image to preview it in full resolution.
Download
Click Download to save the image, or Copy URL to get a direct link for embedding.
What Can You Use Thumbnails For?
Blog Posts & Articles
Embed video thumbnails in your content with a link to the video.
Presentations
Add visual references to YouTube content in your slides.
Social Media
Share video thumbnails on platforms that don't auto-embed YouTube.
Research & Notes
Save thumbnails alongside your video notes for easy reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What thumbnail sizes are available?
YouTube provides thumbnails in multiple sizes: Maximum Resolution (1280x720, also called maxres or HD), Standard Definition (640x480), High Quality (480x360), Medium Quality (320x180), and Default (120x90). The HD version may not be available for all videos - we'll show you which ones exist.
Why is the HD thumbnail not available for some videos?
YouTube only generates the maximum resolution (1280x720) thumbnail for videos that were uploaded in HD quality. Older videos or those uploaded in lower quality may not have the maxres version. In that case, use the Standard Definition (640x480) version which is available for all videos.
Can I use downloaded thumbnails on my website?
You can use YouTube thumbnails for editorial purposes, commentary, reviews, or to link to the original video. For commercial use, you should check YouTube's Terms of Service and consider reaching out to the video creator for permission. Always credit the source when appropriate.
Do you store the images on your server?
No. We fetch thumbnails directly from YouTube's servers and stream them to your browser for download. Nothing is stored on our servers - it's completely fire-and-forget. Your privacy is protected.
What URL formats are supported?
We support all YouTube URL formats: regular watch URLs (youtube.com/watch?v=...), short URLs (youtu.be/...), embedded URLs (youtube.com/embed/...), and YouTube Shorts (youtube.com/shorts/...).
Is there a limit on how many thumbnails I can download?
No limits at all. Download as many thumbnails as you need, whenever you need them. The tool is completely free and unlimited.