YouTube Community Post Image Size
Upload YouTube community post images as a 1080×1080 px square (1:1) for the cleanest feed display. YouTube also accepts landscape and portrait, but a 1:1 square is the safest for both desktop and mobile.
| Placement | Pixels | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upload (recommended) — 1:1 Clean square in the Community feed |
1080×1080 | 1:1 | |
| Landscape option Accepted; may crop in feed preview |
1280×720 | 16:9 | |
| Minimum Smaller looks soft on retina screens |
600×600 | 1:1 |
Use a 1080×1080 square
YouTube community posts show images in the feed, and a 1080×1080 square (1:1) displays consistently on desktop and mobile without unexpected cropping. Landscape (16:9) and portrait images are accepted but can be cropped in the compact feed preview.
Keep text readable
Community images are shown fairly small in the feed, so use large, high-contrast text and center the subject.
Format
Upload JPG or PNG. Keep it under the in-app limit and use sRGB color.
FAQ
What size should a YouTube community post image be in 2026?
Upload a 1080×1080 px square (1:1) for the cleanest feed display. Landscape 1280×720 is also accepted.
Can YouTube community posts use landscape images?
Yes, but a 1:1 square avoids cropping in the compact feed preview. Keep key content centered.
What is the minimum community post image size?
About 600×600 px, but 1080×1080 stays sharp on high-resolution screens.