# YouTube Banner Size 2026 - Channel Art Dimensions

> YouTube channel banner size: 2560×1440px. Safe zone visible on all devices: 1546×423px. Free YouTube banner maker with correct dimensions pre-loaded.

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## YouTube Banner Size 2026 - Channel Art Dimensions

YouTube channel art (banner) recommended size: **2560×1440px**. The safe zone visible on all devices is the center **1546×423px**. Maximum file size: 6MB.

## YouTube banner visible areas by device

| Device | Visible area |
| --- | --- |
| TV | 2560×1440px (full) |
| Desktop | 2560×423px |
| Tablet | 1855×423px |
| Mobile | 1546×423px |

**Design rule:** Always keep text, logo, and key visuals inside the **1546×423px** mobile safe zone. Anything outside this area will be cropped on smartphones. The SkinRender Banner Maker includes this safe zone overlay.

## YouTube channel art requirements

| Requirement | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Recommended size | 2560×1440px |
| Minimum size | 2048×1152px |
| Safe zone | 1546×423px (center) |
| Maximum file size | 6MB |
| Formats | PNG, JPG, GIF, BMP |

## How to upload a YouTube banner

1. Go to **YouTube Studio → Customization → Branding**
2. Click **Upload** under Banner image
3. Upload your 2560×1440px file
4. Drag to adjust the crop if needed
5. Click **Done** and then **Publish**

Use our [free Banner Maker](https://skinrender.com/twitch-banner-maker) - select the YouTube preset and the canvas auto-sets to 2560×1440px with the safe zone visible.

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- [Open YouTube Banner Maker](https://skinrender.com/twitch-banner-maker)

## YouTube Banner: Why Size Matters More Than on Other Platforms

YouTube banner art shows at different sizes depending on device - from a small strip on mobile to a large feature image on TV. Unlike Twitch, YouTube automatically crops the image differently for each device. If you design only for desktop, your banner may look broken on mobile, and vice versa.

| Device | Visible area | Notes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TV | 2560×1440px | Full image shown |
| Desktop | 2560×423px | Top strip only |
| Tablet | 1855×423px | Cropped sides |
| Mobile | 1546×423px | Further cropped |
| Safe zone | 1546×423px | Always visible |

## How to Upload YouTube Channel Art

1. Go to YouTube Studio → Customization → Branding
2. Click Upload under Banner image
3. Upload your 2560×1440px file (max 6MB)
4. Adjust crop if needed and click Done
5. Click Publish to apply changes

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