100% Free — No Upload Required

YouTube Channel Banner Generator

Design banners that look perfect on TV, desktop, and mobile. Works in your browser — your files never leave your device.

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Why Choose Our Banner Generator?

  • Designed for all YouTube sizes: TV, desktop, mobile, and safe area
  • 100% client-side — your designs never upload to a server
  • No watermark, no signup, no account required
  • Choose from gradient presets or pick your own colors
  • Add channel name and tagline with custom fonts
  • Download as high-quality PNG instantly
  • Works offline after first load
  • Free forever — no premium tier, no paywall

How We Compare

FeatureOur ToolCanva
PriceFree forever$12.99/month (Pro)
Upload requiredNo — runs in browserYes — upload to cloud
Account neededNo signupSign up required
WatermarkNoneWatermark on free plan
Works offlineYesNo — cloud-based
Data privacyFiles never leave your deviceUploaded to Canva servers
YouTube-safe areaShown & respectedNot highlighted

Frequently Asked Questions

What size should my YouTube banner be? YouTube recommends 2560×1440 pixels. The "safe area" where text/logos are visible on all devices is 1548×423 pixels centered.
Is this really free? Yes. No subscription, no recurring charge, no premium tier. Free forever.
Do I need an account? No. Just open the tool and start designing.
Where do my files go? They never leave your device. Everything is generated in your browser using the Canvas API.
Can I use this for other platforms? The 2560×1440 size works for YouTube. You can also use the channel name/tagline text for other social banners.
Do I need to install anything? No. It runs in any modern browser.

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