Branding
Free YouTube Banner Maker — 2560×1440px Channel Art Creator
Your YouTube banner is the first thing channel visitors see. The correct canvas size is 2560×1440px — but the safe zone visible on all devices is only the center 1546×423px.
YouTube Banner Size Requirements 2026
| Property | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Canvas size | 2560×1440px | Full banner dimensions |
| Safe zone (all devices) | 1546×423px | Center — always visible |
| TV display | 2560×1440px | Full canvas shown |
| Desktop | ~2560×423px | Full width, cropped height |
| Mobile | 1546×423px | Center safe zone only |
| Max file size | 6MB | JPG, PNG or GIF |
How to Create a Free YouTube Banner
- Open the Banner Creator — select YouTube preset, dimensions auto-set to 2560×1440px
- Design within the safe zone — keep your channel name and logo in the center 1546×423px
- Choose a background — gradient, dark or custom color
- Download PNG — free, no watermark, no signup