16:9 · 1280 × 720
AI YouTube Thumbnail Maker
Create click-worthy YouTube thumbnails with AI. Describe your video, add a short headline and get a bold 16:9 thumbnail in seconds.
Example result
How it works
Step 1
Describe it
What is the video about?
Step 2
Add your headline
Optional supporting text.
Step 3
Generate and download
A 16:9 image, ready to use.
Prompt ideas
- A shocked chef next to a giant braai with flames, sunset in Cape Town
- Beginner vs pro guitarist split screen, dramatic lighting
- A laptop exploding with glowing code, tech review vibe
Tips for better results
- One clear focal subject beats a busy scene: thumbnails are viewed tiny on phones.
- Keep headline text to four words or fewer so it stays readable.
- Name an emotion (shocked, excited, curious) to get expressive faces.
Frequently asked questions
- What size are the thumbnails?
- Thumbnails are generated in 16:9, the ratio YouTube uses (1280 × 720 recommended), so they upload without cropping.
- Can I add text to the thumbnail?
- Yes. Add a short headline and the studio asks the model to render it in large, high-contrast lettering. Shorter headlines render more reliably.
- Can I write my prompt in my own language?
- Yes. Pick your language in the studio and your prompt is translated before the image is generated.