Write the hook
Add a short, high-impact title and subtitle.
YouTube Thumbnail Maker
Design 1280×720 YouTube thumbnails with custom title, subtitle, background and downloadable PNG output.
Create thumbnail
AI-GUIDED WORKFLOW
01 → 04How to use YouTube Thumbnail Maker
Four simple steps. The interface keeps the workflow focused while you stay in control of the final result.
Add visual context
Upload a background image and tune the overlay.
Review at thumbnail size
Make sure the message stays readable and clear.
Export PNG
Download the 1280×720 thumbnail ready for use.
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Smart-tool guidance
AI-generated or automatically processed results can occasionally need correction. Review important business, financial, legal, career or publishing output before using it.
USEFUL · FOCUSED · SEARCH-READY
A focused online YouTube Thumbnail Maker workflow
Design 1280×720 YouTube thumbnails with custom title, subtitle, background and downloadable PNG output. The workspace is designed to keep input, review and export steps clear on desktop and mobile.
Designed for a review-first workflow
Design 1280×720 YouTube thumbnails with custom title, subtitle, background and downloadable PNG output. Use the workspace above, check the generated or processed result, and only then download, copy or publish it. TradesFolks keeps each Smart Tool focused so the page explains the task instead of hiding it behind a signup wall.
HELP CENTER
YouTube Thumbnail Maker FAQs
Quick answers about the workflow, output and practical limitations.
What size is the generated YouTube thumbnail?+
The canvas is 1280×720 pixels, a 16:9 layout suitable for YouTube thumbnail workflows.
Can I use my own background image?+
Yes. Upload a background image, add title text and adjust the overlay before exporting PNG.
Is YouTube Thumbnail Maker free to use?+
TradesFolks currently provides this Smart Tool as a free online utility. Reasonable technical or AI usage limits may apply where needed for reliability.