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YouTube Thumbnail Downloader

Download the thumbnail image from any YouTube video in all available quality sizes — maxresdefault (1280×720), hqdefault (480×360), mqdefault (320×180), and sddefault (120×90). Just paste the YouTube video URL and save the image. No signup, no API key needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What thumbnail quality sizes are available?▼
maxresdefault (1280×720 — highest quality, only available for HD videos), hqdefault (480×360), mqdefault (320×180), and sddefault (120×90). The tool shows all available sizes for the video.
Do I need a YouTube API key or account?▼
No. Thumbnails are fetched directly from YouTube's public image CDN using the video ID extracted from the URL. No API key or account is needed.
How do I get the video URL?▼
Copy the URL from your browser's address bar while watching the video, or right-click the video on YouTube and select 'Copy video URL'. Short share URLs (youtu.be/...) also work.
Why is maxresdefault not available for some videos?▼
maxresdefault is only generated for videos uploaded in HD (720p or higher). Older or low-resolution videos may only have hqdefault and smaller thumbnails.
Can I use downloaded thumbnails?▼
YouTube thumbnails may be subject to copyright. Downloading for personal reference is generally acceptable. Commercial use or redistribution requires permission from the video creator.