Question 1

What is the correct YouTube channel art size in 2026?

Accepted Answer

YouTube channel art should be 2560x1440 pixels total. The safe area — the part visible on every device — is 1546x423 pixels in the horizontal center. The tool shows this safe area as a guide so your headline and logo are never cropped on mobile, desktop or TV.

Question 2

Can I add my logo to the YouTube banner?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Click Upload Logo to load any PNG, JPG or WebP image. The logo is positioned inside the safe area on the left side. The image stays in your browser — nothing is uploaded to any server.

Question 3

Is the YouTube banner maker free?

Accepted Answer

Yes, completely free with no signup and no watermark. The tool runs locally in your browser using HTML canvas. Your photos and text never leave your device.

Question 4

How do I keep my text from getting cut off on mobile?

Accepted Answer

Keep all important text and your logo inside the dashed safe area shown on the preview. YouTube crops the top, bottom and sides on smaller screens, so the 1546x423 center strip is the only zone guaranteed to show on every device.