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How to Upload a Thumbnail to a YouTube Video

Jul 27
1 min read

A custom thumbnail is often the first thing people notice about your video. It helps create a polished, professional first impression while making your content more recognizable and visually consistent with your brand.


In the steps below, we'll walk you through how to upload or change a custom thumbnail in YouTube Studio. Whether you're updating a newly uploaded video or refreshing an existing one, this quick adjustment can make your content more engaging and easier for viewers to identify at a glance.


Step-by-step: Uploading a thumbnail to a YouTube video


  1. Go to: https://studio.youtube.com/

  2. In the left sidebar click "Content" to see a list of your videos


  1. In the 'Thumbnail' section, click to upload a custom thumbnail image



  1. Once your thumbnail is uploaded, save your changes.





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