How it works
Paste a YouTube video, Shorts, or live link (or a video ID). Preview requests go to YouTube's image server.
Good to know
Preview publicly available video thumbnail sizes from a YouTube URL. Check the resulting output before using it in production.
Frequently asked questions
Does every video have a max-resolution thumbnail?
No. Some videos only have the standard HQ image.
Are thumbnails copyright-free?
No. Public availability does not grant reuse rights. Check permissions before republishing.