YouTube Thumbnail Downloader

Paste a YouTube video or Shorts link and grab its thumbnail in every size, from full HD down to small.

Videos, Shorts & livesWorks with normal links, youtu.be links, Shorts and live streams.
Every sizeFull HD when the video has it, plus the smaller sizes.
Use them fairlyThumbnails belong to their creators, so only reuse them where you're allowed to.

● Free · no sign-in · nothing to install

4K & HDShortsEvery sizeOne click

How it works

  1. 1

    Copy the link

    Copy any YouTube video or Shorts link.

  2. 2

    Paste & preview

    Paste it in the box above and press Download. You’ll see what’s in the post straight away.

  3. 3

    Pick & save

    Choose a quality and it saves to your phone or computer. No app, no watermark.

Questions

How do I download a YouTube thumbnail?

Paste the video link in the box above and every thumbnail size appears. Pick one and it downloads straight away.

What’s the biggest thumbnail size?

Usually full HD 1280×720 (maxresdefault). Some newer videos also have bigger versions, and you’ll see them when they exist.

Does it work for Shorts?

Yes. Shorts links work too, and you get the vertical thumbnail sizes YouTube has.

Is it free?

Completely free, with no sign-up and no watermark.

Can I use the thumbnail anywhere?

Thumbnails belong to whoever made the video. Use them for your own reference or with permission.