How to use the YouTube Banner Maker
- Pick a theme and type your channel name, tagline and handle.
- Add a background image or logo if you like. The pink box shows the safe area.
- Download and upload it in YouTube Studio under Customization → Branding.
Frequently asked questions
What size is a YouTube banner?
2560 × 1440 px, minimum 2048 × 1152, up to 6 MB, with text inside 1235 × 338 px. See the YouTube banner size guide.
Why is my text placed so small?
Only the centre strip shows on phones and desktop. Text outside the safe area would be cut off.
Is this a YouTube banner template?
Yes. Each theme is a ready-made template you can customise and download for free.