Free YouTube Thumbnail Downloader (HD & 4K Quality)
Need to grab a YouTube thumbnail quickly? Pixedra’s Thumbnail Downloader extracts high-quality cover images from any YouTube video in seconds. Whether you need the Max Resolution (1080p/4K) for a project or a smaller size for a blog post, get the direct image link instantly.
How to Download a YouTube Thumbnail
- Copy the Link: Go to YouTube and copy the URL of the video (e.g., https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=...).
- Paste URL: Paste the link into the input box above.
- Select Quality: The tool will instantly generate all available sizes (Max, High, Medium, Default).
- Download: Click the blue button (e.g., "Download Max Resolution") to save the JPG image to your device.
Available Thumbnail Resolutions
Not sure which size to download? Here is a breakdown:
- Max Resolution (HD/4K): 1920x1080 or 1280x720 pixels. This is the highest quality image available. Ideal for re-editing, wallpapers, or detailed analysis.
- Standard Definition (SD): 640x480 pixels. Good quality, best for blog posts or social media shares.
- High Quality (HQ): 480x360 pixels. A balanced size for mobile viewing.
- Default/Medium: Small preview images used by YouTube's internal system.
Why Use Pixedra?
100% Free & Unlimited
Download as many thumbnails as you want.
No Watermarks
You get the clean, original image file directly from YouTube's servers.
Privacy Focused
We do not track which videos you are downloading. The extraction happens instantly in your browser.
Cross-Platform
Works seamlessly on iPhone (iOS), Android, Windows, and Mac.
Frequently Asked Questions
Disclaimer
This tool is for personal and educational use only. All thumbnails are the property of their respective copyright owners. Downloaded images should not be used in a way that violates YouTube’s Terms of Service or copyright laws. We do not host or modify YouTube content.