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Youtube Thumbnail Downloader | Download and save YT Thumbnails

On this website you can download thumbnail images from Youtube in various qualities. Currently we support the following resolutions: Full HD (1080p), HD(720p), HQ and Small YT-thumbnails

Why should I use this YouTube Thumbnail to download my favorite Thumbnails

Our Youtube thumbnail downloader allows you to easily grab any thumbnail from every Video you like. The images you download can be used for your website, blog or can be taken as an inspiration for your own thumbnails. Other use it to share a thumbnail with their friends.

Which image formats are available?

We support any of the Youtube Thumbnail formats. These include 4k images, Full HD 1080p images as well as small and medium image Quality.

How to Download YouTube Thumbnails online?

This tool is very easy and intuitive to use. All that you need is the Youutbe Video Url from witch you want to grab the thumbnail from. You can either copy the URL from the URL-Bar in your browser or click on the "Share"-Button on Youtube directly, to obtain the right Youutbe link. The next step is to simple paste the newly copied link into the input box above. Our tool will automatically generate the 3 most popular thumbnail sizes for the Youutbe Video you just pasted. Next you can select the right thumbnail size and click on the "Download"-Button in the thumbnail itself. The Download will be started automaically and the image is stored onto your hard disk on your computer or mobile. From that point you can use the thumbnail as you like.

What is a Thumbnail image?

Thumbnails are small images that are used to draw attention to the viewer before they click the video. For that reason a thumbnail should always be unique and special. They can be used for blog posts or for videos. Youutbe thumbnails can come with different resolutions, with our tool you are able to download the right size and resolution you prefer.

Why should I use custom Thumbnails for my videos?

Choosing the right thumbnail for your video is important. It is the first stepping stone and the reason why people click on your video. That the reason why you should make it appealing to your viewers. Here are some tips that help you, that your Video gets clicked:

  • 1. Use customized thumbnails - they are working best. Don't be a copycat, be original. Always use your own imagination and make a great thumbnail!
  • 2. Get Inpiration from other popular videos. You should take a look at other videos with perform realy good. The thumbnail is often the most important factor why the video has so many views. You can always take a look at your competitors and get inspiration from them.
  • 3. Whats your purpose of the video? Does your thumbnail reflect that? Another important thing is, what information your thumbnail conveys to the viewer. Does this correspont with what you are actually showing in our Youtube Video? Getting click on the video is one thing, but if the people who clicked on your video getting baited and in the end don't want to watch it, because they got misleaded? Make sure the intent of the thumbnail corresponts with that from the video!.
  • 4. Clickbait but never be sketchy. Clickbait to lure people to your videos is a good thing and can be made very easily with thumbnails. But don't be too sketchy, this leads people off. Instead try to attract people with interesting and informative thumbnails, that are not misleading.
  • 5. Add text to your thumbnails. Don't just add a plain picture to your thumbnail. Sometimes it can be useful to put a little subheading into the thumbnail, that explains what the video is all about, but doesn't show the whole point of the video. This get people interested. But be careful, when using text, you should always make sure that the text is readable.

Which thumbnail image quality should I use for my videos?

This depends, we recommend to use a high resolution quality image for your thumbnail. (This means 1080p) If your video is in 4k then you should also use a 4k image as your thumbnail. If you want to learn how to add a thumbnail to your Youtube video check out: How to add video thumbnails?

Who uses Thumbnail-Downloader.net?

This Website is mostly used by content creators. They use thumbnail-downloader.net to get thumbnail of popular YouTube videos. They can then analyse the thumbnails and get inspired from popular videos. Other people that use our service are developers or blogger, who use this site to grab Youtube images and embed them intor their own website.

Is there a Android or iPhone Application to download thumbnails on my phone?

Yes there are plenty on the market. Simply search for on your Apple or Playstore and download on of the many applications out there.

Can I use a Chrome Extention to download YT Thumbnails?

Currently there is not a chrome extention available. But we are working on that. ;)

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