Thumbnailr
Free YouTube thumbnail maker that runs in your browser, no sign-up or install required
An online thumbnail maker for small creators. Snap together templates, cut-outs and outlined text in your browser, drop in your screenshot or face, and export a
About this launch
Thumbnailr is a free browser-based YouTube thumbnail editor designed for small creators. It offers templates including a gaming pack, bold outlined text with face cut-outs, and exports at 1280×720 resolution with no watermark. The tool includes Thumbnail Check for technical design validation and a feed test to preview thumbnails in a mock social feed. Series mode allows creators to generate matching episode thumbnails in batches, downloadable as a ZIP file. Everything runs locally in your browser with no sign-up required, and all images stay on your device.
What it does
- 10 free templates including 5 gaming layouts
- Bold outlined text and face cut-outs
- Thumbnail Check design checklist
- Feed test preview in mock social feed
- 1280×720 PNG and JPG export with no watermark
- YouTube video link import
- Works on desktop and mobile browsers
- Pro: one-click background removal on device
- Pro: 4K export and brand kit with saved colors and fonts
Pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
Free mode: £0/forever with full editor, 10 templates, Thumbnail Check, feed test, series mode (3 per batch), 1280×720 PNG & JPG export, no watermark. Pro mode: £4.99/month or £39.99/year (about £3.33/month), includes 16 premium templates, brand kit, unlimited series (up to 200 per ZIP), one-click ba
Shopper questions
Is Thumbnailr really free?
Yes. Free mode costs £0 with no account and no time limit. It includes the full editor, 10 templates, Thumbnail Check, feed test and series mode (3 per batch). Exports have no watermark on either plan.
Do I need to sign up or install anything?
No. Open the editor and start. It runs in Chrome, Safari, Edge and Firefox on desktop and phone, and your work autosaves in your browser. To keep a copy or move a design to another device, use Save project file in the Export menu; the file stays on your device.
Can I make gaming thumbnails?
Yes. There are 13 original gaming layouts (5 free) for block builds, speedruns, rage moments, boss fights, tier lists and more. You can add your own gameplay screenshot and face cut-out.
Are my images uploaded anywhere?
No. Your images and projects stay in your browser and are never uploaded to us. Pro background removal also runs on your device.
Is Thumbnailr made by YouTube?
No. Thumbnailr is an independent tool and is not affiliated with or endorsed by YouTube or Google.
Thumbnailr has a free listing. The owner can unlock the full profile with a paid launch for $5:
- Founder story (locked)
- Milestones (locked)
- Demo video (locked)
- Dofollow website link (locked)
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