Channel Branding
Updated: September 2026 • 6 min read
YouTube Banner Size & Channel Art Safe Zones Guide (2026)
Your YouTube channel banner (channel art) is the visual billboard greeting visitors who click on your channel page. However, because YouTube is viewed across smart TVs, desktop monitors, tablets, and smartphones, designing a banner that looks sharp on all screens without cutting off critical text is tricky.
Official YouTube Banner Specifications
| Platform / Device | Display Dimensions | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Full Master Canvas (TVs) | 2560 × 1440 px | Full dimensions displayed on 4K and 1080p Smart TV YouTube apps |
| Desktop Display | 2560 × 423 px | Horizontal banner slice viewed on widescreen desktop browsers |
| Tablet Display | 1855 × 423 px | Mid-width viewing on iPads and Android tablets |
| Mobile Safe Zone (Crucial) | 1546 × 423 px | The central region visible on every smartphone screen. Place all logos and text here! |
| Max File Size | 6.0 MB | JPG or PNG format recommended |
How to Incorporate Cutouts into Your Channel Art
The most compelling creator banners feature a sharp cut-out of the channel host on the left or right of the central safe zone, complemented by video schedule text and bold typography. Use BGRemovee YouTube Maker to isolate your portrait pose and export a transparent PNG ready to drop into your banner canvas.
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