| Device | Dimensions | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mobile | 1546 × 423 | Visible safe area |
| Tablet | 1855 × 423 | Visible safe area |
| Desktop max | 2560 × 423 | Visible safe area |
| Desktop full | 2560 × 1440 | Upload size, full image |
| TV | 2560 × 1440 | Visible safe area |
Safe area visualization
Full upload: 2560 × 1440
Safe area: 1546 × 423
How to use
01
Read the dimension table
Five rows cover Mobile at 1546x423, Tablet at 1855x423, Desktop max at 2560x423, the full 2560x1440 upload, and TV, each labeled with what that measurement represents.
02
Copy the size you need
Every dimension pair has a copy button beside it. Click it and paste the value straight into your design tool's new document dialog, no retyping and no transposed digits.
03
Check the safe area diagram
The visualization at the bottom draws the 1546x423 safe zone inside the full 2560x1440 canvas, so you can see how much of your artwork survives on a phone.
Why YouTube Banner Size
- Reference table of YouTube channel art (banner) dimensions.
- Recommended upload: 2560×1440. Safe area for text & logo: 1546×423.
- Includes the safe-area inset diagram so your branding never gets cropped.
Common questions
What is the correct youtube banner size to upload?
Upload 2560x1440 pixels. YouTube requires at least 2048x1152 and crops from your upload for each device, so starting at the full recommended canvas gives every crop enough resolution.
Why does my banner text get cut off on mobile?
Phones display only the central 1546x423 strip of the 2560x1440 image. Any text or logo outside that band vanishes on mobile and shows only on desktop or TV. Keep critical elements inside the safe area and use the outer regions for background texture.
Which devices see the whole 2560x1440 banner image?
Only TVs. Desktop browsers show a 2560x423 letterbox slice, tablets see 1855x423, and phones get the narrow 1546x423 core. Design from the center outward.
Is there a file size limit for YouTube channel art?
Yes, uploads must stay under 6 MB. A 2560x1440 JPG at reasonable quality lands well below that. If a PNG with gradients pushes past the limit, export as JPG at 80 to 90 percent quality instead.
Do these channel art dimensions apply when uploading from the mobile app?
The dimensions are the same wherever you upload from. The banner system is one image with device based crops, so whether you change it in YouTube Studio on desktop or on your phone, 2560x1440 with a 1546x423 safe core is the target.
How should a youtube banner template size be set up in Photoshop or Figma?
Create a 2560x1440 frame, then add guides 507 pixels in from each side and roughly 508 from top and bottom. The rectangle those guides enclose is the 1546x423 safe area where all text belongs.
Can I preview my banner crops before making them public?
YouTube Studio shows TV, desktop, and mobile previews right in the upload dialog before you publish. Compare that preview against the safe area diagram on this page. If text touches an edge in any crop, nudge it toward the center and re-export.