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ImgWrench

YouTube Profile Picture Resizer

Specs checked against YouTube Help · 2026-10-24
Profile picture
800* px
Formats
PNG, JPG
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Export:

Processed in your browser — nothing is uploaded. Fit, sharpening and the chat preview appear after you add an image.

Size and format specs

OutputSizes (px)FormatsMax file sizeTransparency
Profile picture800×800*PNG, JPGPNG 15 MB, JPG 15 MB—
Discord avatarBonus export512×512*PNG, GIF—Yes

* Our pick: no exact size is published for this, so we export one that stays sharp.

Specs last verified: 2026-10-24

ImgWrench is a free YouTube profile picture resizer: drop in a photo or logo, crop it square, and download a sharp 800×800 image. YouTube only says profile pictures render at 98×98 pixels, so we chose a size that stays crisp wherever your picture appears, well under the 15MB limit.

How to make a YouTube profile picture

  1. Drop your image into the tool above.
  2. If it isn't square, choose Cover to fill the frame or Crop to pick the area yourself.
  3. Check the preview, keeping in mind that YouTube shows profile pictures in a circle.
  4. Download your profile picture.

Uploading to YouTube

Sign in to YouTube Studio, choose Customization, then Profile from the left menu. Next to the picture, click Change, pick your file, adjust the crop and click Done. Then click Publish. It can take a few minutes to update across YouTube.

Design tips

  • Centre the subject. The circle hides the corners, so anything near the edges gets cut.
  • Think 98 pixels. Your picture often shows that small next to videos and comments; strong shapes and contrast stay recognisable.
  • Match your banner. The same colours across your picture and banner make your channel look put together.

Why ImgWrench

  • Square, sharp, done. Crop once and get an 800×800 picture.
  • One upload, two platforms. Add a matching Discord avatar if you want one.
  • Private by design. Your photo never leaves your device.

Frequently asked questions

What size should a YouTube profile picture be?

YouTube doesn't set an upload size; it says profile pictures render at 98×98 pixels. ImgWrench exports a square 800×800 image so yours stays sharp on large and high-resolution screens.

What file types can I use?

JPG, GIF, BMP or PNG, up to 15MB. Animated GIFs aren't supported. ImgWrench exports PNG or JPG.

Why does my profile picture look cut off?

YouTube shows profile pictures in a circle, so the corners of the square are hidden. Keep faces and logos centred.

Can I use the same picture on Discord?

Yes. Tick Discord avatar and ImgWrench also exports a 512×512 copy from the same crop.

Are my images uploaded anywhere?

No. Everything happens in your browser. Your images are never sent to a server, and you can confirm this in your browser's network tab.