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YouTube Thumbnail Downloader

Paste a YouTube video link and click Get Thumbnail to preview and download in HD.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ What is the purpose of this YouTube Thumbnail Downloader?

This tool lets you quickly extract and save the thumbnail image from any YouTube video. People often use it for presentations, design projects, animations, or simply to keep a snapshot of their favorite videos.

❓ How do I use the YouTube Thumbnail Downloader?

Copy the YouTube link, paste it into the box above, click Get Thumbnail, and then press Download Thumbnail to save the image. On iPhone, press and hold the image to save it.

❓ Is it legal to download YouTube thumbnails?

Yes, downloading thumbnails is legal. However, thumbnails and videos are protected by copyright. You may save them for personal use, but for reuse in public projects, you should ask the creator for permission.

❓ Does this website work on all devices?

Yes, it works smoothly on desktops, laptops, and Android devices. On iOS, saving images may require pressing and holding the thumbnail manually.

❓ Are there copyright risks when reusing YouTube thumbnails?

The copyright belongs to the video’s creator. Reusing without permission, especially on YouTube or commercial projects, can result in claims. For personal projects or offline use, it is usually safe. Editing the thumbnail can make it more unique for reuse.

❓ Are YouTube thumbnails SEO-friendly if reused?

Not directly. Since thumbnails are already indexed, reusing them without changes doesn’t help SEO. To make them SEO-friendly, edit the image (add text, effects, or filters) so it becomes unique.

async function downloadImage() { if (!currentThumbnailUrl) return; try { const response = await fetch(currentThumbnailUrl); const blob = await response.blob(); const url = URL.createObjectURL(blob); const a = document.createElement("a"); a.href = url; a.download = "youtube-thumbnail.jpg"; document.body.appendChild(a); a.click(); document.body.removeChild(a); URL.revokeObjectURL(url); // Show message const msg = document.getElementById("downloadMessage"); msg.classList.remove("hidden"); msg.classList.add("fade-out"); setTimeout(() => { msg.classList.add("hidden"); msg.classList.remove("fade-out"); }, 2000); addToHistory(currentThumbnailUrl); } catch { alert("Failed to download thumbnail."); } } document.getElementById("getButton").addEventListener("click", getThumbnails); document.getElementById("downloadBtn").addEventListener("click", downloadImage); // Initialize GDPR check checkGDPR();