For creators
YouTube & video
thumbnail editor.
Make scroll-stopping thumbnails at the exact right size, with bold type, layers and fast export — in your browser or on desktop. Try it free; $19.99 to download & own, no subscription.
One-time payment of $19.99 — no subscription. Price in USD and includes any applicable VAT or sales tax — nothing is added at checkout. EU/UK consumers have a statutory 14-day right of withdrawal — our 30-day money-back guarantee goes further. By continuing to checkout you agree to our Terms · Refunds and License.
⏳ Limited-time introductory price — increases to $34.95. 30-day money-back guarantee. Price in USD, VAT included.
Thumbnails, fast
Exact sizes, bold type, quick export
Everything a creator needs to ship a thumbnail in minutes.
Exact 1280×720
The correct YouTube size as a one-click preset, plus vertical and social sizes.
Bold, readable type
Pro typography with outlines, shadows and gradients so text pops at small sizes.
Templates
Start from ready-made thumbnail layouts instead of a blank canvas.
Layers & masks
Cut out subjects cleanly and stack elements without flattening.
Clean export
PNG or JPG with no watermark — upload-ready every time.
Browser or desktop
Work in a tab or in the offline app you own.
FAQ
Common questions
What size is a YouTube thumbnail?
1280 × 720 pixels (16:9). PhotoEditRocket has that exact preset plus vertical and social sizes, so you start at the right dimensions.
Can I make thumbnails for free?
Yes — try the full editor free in your browser. The one-time $19.99 download adds the offline app you own.
Are there templates?
Yes. Ready-made thumbnail and social layouts give you a fast starting point instead of a blank canvas.
What format should I export?
PNG for crisp text and graphics, or JPG for a smaller file. Exports are clean with no watermark.
Ship thumbnails without a subscription
Own the editor for $19.99 — no monthly fee, no watermark.
One-time payment of $19.99 — no subscription. Price in USD and includes any applicable VAT or sales tax — nothing is added at checkout. EU/UK consumers have a statutory 14-day right of withdrawal — our 30-day money-back guarantee goes further. By continuing to checkout you agree to our Terms and License.
Templates
YouTube thumbnail templates
Every one opens at 1280 × 720. Click to open it in the free editor.
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Video Pro Mega Challenge
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Video Pro Bold Quote Frame
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Video Pro Tech Review Glow
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Video Pro Lifestyle Editorial
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Video Pro Gaming Victory
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Video Pro Tech Verdict
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Video Pro How-To Fast
Make your next thumbnail free.
Try the full editor free online — every tool, all layers, no sign-up, no watermark. Want it offline? The $19.99 download gives you the app for Windows, Mac & Linux, yours for life.
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One-time payment of $19.99 — no subscription. Price in USD and includes any applicable VAT or sales tax — nothing is added at checkout. EU/UK consumers have a statutory 14-day right of withdrawal — our 30-day money-back guarantee goes further. By continuing to checkout you agree to our Terms and License.