Keeping your YouTube channel visually attractive is essential for growing your audience and making a strong first impression. One of the most important steps is using the correct image sizes for your channel’s profile photo and banner (also called channel art). Here’s your up-to-date guide for 2025:

YouTube Profile Photo Size 2025

• Recommended size: 800 x 800 px
• Minimum size: 98 x 98 px
• Aspect ratio: 1:1 (square)
• Format: PNG or JPG, less than 4MB
• Use a high-contrast image or logo so it stands out at any size.
• YouTube displays profile images as circles, so keep all important elements in the center.

YouTube Banner (Channel Art) Size 2025

• Recommended size: 2560 x 1440 px
• Minimum size: 2048 x 1152 px
• Safe area for text & logos: 1235 x 338 px (centered)
• Maximum file size: 6MB
• Format: PNG or JPG
• Keep all critical information inside the "safe area" so it appears correctly on all devices.
• Preview your channel art on desktop, mobile, and TV to ensure it looks great everywhere.

Checklist:

• Upload in the highest recommended size for sharpest quality.
• Use clear branding, avoid clutter.
• Use Canva or Photoshop templates sized for YouTube banners.

Pro Tip:
Use Canva’s “YouTube Channel Art” template for perfect results every time.

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