SizeKit reference

YouTube Podcast Thumbnail Size

Recommended pixel dimensions, aspect ratio, and copyable output for YouTube podcast thumbnail.

YouTube Podcast Thumbnail recommended size is 1280 x 1280 px with a 1:1 aspect ratio. Last reviewed: 2026-05.

Immediate answer

YouTube Podcast Thumbnail default

YouTube Help lists a 1:1 1280 x 1280 thumbnail for podcast playlists.

Recommended pixels 1280 x 1280 px Podcast playlist thumbnail

Aspect ratio 1:1 keep this when scaling

Minimum / note 1280 x 1280 reviewed 2026-05

SizeKit

Use this as the working export size before upload.

Recommended

1280 x 1280

pixels

Aspect ratio

1:1

Podcast playlist thumbnail

Last reviewed

2026-05

1280 x 1280

SizeKit

Platform specs can change, so this page keeps the note visible.

YouTube Help lists a 1:1 1280 x 1280 thumbnail for podcast playlists.

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Quick answers for this asset.

Should I export exactly this size?

Use the recommended size unless your workflow needs a higher-resolution version with the same aspect ratio.

Can I scale this ratio?

Yes. Open the bottom calculator and choose Aspect Ratio to scale width or height.

Why include last reviewed?

Social platforms can change accepted sizes and cropping behavior, so review dates help users judge freshness.