Paste your link
Copy a public YouTube video URL and drop it into the tool.
✦ A cleaner way to save thumbnails
Good thumbnails
should be easy to keep.
Paste a YouTube link, preview the available thumbnail, and download the size you need in seconds.
Simple, fast, no account required
Choose a download type
Not affiliated with or endorsed by YouTube. Download only content you are authorised to use.
The simple version
From link to image, without the clutter.
Preview the image
We find the available thumbnail sizes and show you a preview.
Save what you need
Choose a size and download a JPG in one click.
A quick guide
Pick the right size for the job.
Use the largest available image for presentations and design work. Smaller versions are handy for quick references and lightweight sharing.
Read the full guideMax resolutionUp to 1280 × 720Best quality
StandardUp to 640 × 480Flexible
MediumUp to 320 × 180Lightweight
Questions, answered
Everything you need to know.
Still curious? We keep the important details in plain English.
Browse all FAQsWhich YouTube links work?
Standard watch links, youtu.be links, Shorts, live links, and embed links are supported.
What sizes can I download?
We show the sizes available for the video. Some videos do not have every resolution.
Do I need an account?
No. The first version is intentionally account-free and does not keep a download history.
Can I download the video too?
Video downloads are planned as a separate, permission-gated feature. Thumbnail downloads are available now.