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YouTube Video Thumbnail Downloader

Download YouTube video thumbnails in all available resolutions

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Supports: youtube.com/watch?v=..., youtu.be/..., or just the video ID

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Video Thumbnail

Available Thumbnail Sizes
Bulk Download
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How to Use This Tool - Complete Guide

Quick Start Guide

Get started in just 3 simple steps:

  1. 1
    Find Your YouTube Video
    Open YouTube and navigate to the video whose thumbnail you want to download. Copy the URL from your browser's address bar.
  2. 2
    Paste the URL
    Paste the YouTube video URL into the input field above and click "Get Thumbnails" or press Enter.
  3. 3
    Download Your Thumbnail
    Choose your preferred quality and click the download button. You can download individual sizes or all sizes as a ZIP file.
Supported URL Formats

This tool accepts multiple YouTube URL formats:

Standard URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIDEO_ID
Short URL: https://youtu.be/VIDEO_ID
Embed URL: https://www.youtube.com/embed/VIDEO_ID
Video ID Only: Just paste the 11-character video ID
Pro Tip
You can paste the entire URL with timestamps and additional parameters (e.g., ?t=30s) - the tool will automatically extract the video ID!
Available Thumbnail Qualities

All available thumbnail resolutions for every YouTube video:

Quality Name Resolution Best For
Maximum Resolution 1280 × 720px Professional use, video covers, high-quality displays
Standard Definition 640 × 480px Web graphics, blog posts, social media
High Quality 480 × 360px Websites, presentations, documentation
Medium Quality 320 × 180px Mobile displays, thumbnails, previews
Default 120 × 90px Small icons, quick previews, lists
Important Note
Not all videos have all thumbnail sizes available. Older or low-quality videos might not have the Maximum Resolution (1280×720) thumbnail. The tool will automatically hide unavailable sizes.
Key Features
Instant Download
No registration, no waiting. Get your thumbnails instantly with a single click.
100% Safe & Private
Your searches are private. We don't store or track your downloads.
Mobile Friendly
Works perfectly on all devices - desktop, tablet, and mobile.
Bulk Download
Download all thumbnail sizes at once as a convenient ZIP file.
Quality Filter
Filter thumbnails by quality to find exactly what you need quickly.
Recent Searches
Quick access to your recently downloaded thumbnails for easy repeat downloads.
Advanced Tips & Tricks
  1. Keyboard Shortcut
    Press Enter after pasting a URL to instantly fetch thumbnails without clicking the button.
  2. Use Quality Filters
    If you only need high-quality thumbnails, use the quality filter dropdown to show only HD options.
  3. Bulk Download for Efficiency
    Need multiple sizes? Use the "Download All Sizes as ZIP" feature to get all available thumbnails in one go.
  4. Quick Re-downloads
    Use the recent searches feature to quickly access thumbnails you've downloaded before.
  5. Preview Before Download
    Click on any thumbnail card to see a larger preview before downloading.
  6. Check Video Details
    View video information including title, channel name, views, and publish date before downloading thumbnails.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this tool free to use?
Yes! This tool is completely free with no hidden charges or subscriptions required.
Do I need to install anything?
No installation needed. This is a web-based tool that works directly in your browser.
Can I use these thumbnails commercially?
Thumbnails are copyrighted by their original creators. Please respect YouTube's terms of service and copyright laws.
Why are some qualities not available?
YouTube doesn't generate all thumbnail sizes for every video. Older or lower-quality videos may not have HD thumbnails.
Are my searches tracked or stored?
No. Recent searches are stored locally in your browser only. We don't collect or store any user data on our servers.
Troubleshooting
Common Issues & Solutions

Video not found: Check if the URL is correct and the video is publicly available (not private or deleted).

API Connection Error: Try refreshing the page. If the problem persists, check your internet connection.

Download not starting: Ensure pop-ups are not blocked in your browser settings.

Some thumbnails missing: This is normal. Not all videos have all quality options available on YouTube.