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Write the text overlay
Enter a short phrase of up to 35 characters and add optional creative instructions for the composition.
AI Video Thumbnail Generator for Scroll-Stopping Covers
Combine a concise text overlay with an optional reference image and a focused style to create a clear, compelling video thumbnail.
Build a Better First Impression Focused Controls for Video Thumbnails
Guide the hierarchy, subject, style, and format without starting from a blank design file.
Lead with a Concise Text Overlay
Use up to 35 characters to establish the main promise, topic, or hook that viewers should notice first.
Preview Six Visual Directions
Compare clean modern, minimalist, high energy, recipe, cinematic, and bold overlay styles through visual presets.
Design Around a Reference Subject
Upload an optional image to guide the subject while additional instructions refine expression, emphasis, or supporting elements.
Video teams use Imgkits to explore multiple cover directions before final production.
Built for Fast Thumbnail Concepts
The 35-character limit keeps the hook focused, and the preset previews make each direction easy to understand.
Diego Romero
Video Producer
I use the reference upload when a presenter or product needs to remain the clear subject of the cover.
Mei Tan
Content Strategist
The ratio options let our team prepare landscape, portrait, and square thumbnail concepts from the same brief.
Jonah Brooks
Social Video Editor
How to Generate a Video Thumbnail
Write the hook, choose the visual direction, and download the generated cover.
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Choose style, ratio, and reference
Pick one of six visual presets, select the output ratio, and optionally upload the subject image.
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Generate and download
Review the result in full size, download it, or return to the form to explore another direction.
AI Video Thumbnail Generator FAQ
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What should I put in the text overlay?
Use the clearest short hook, topic, or promise from the video. The field supports up to 35 characters so the result stays readable.
Can I upload a presenter or product image?
Yes. The optional reference image can guide the subject that appears in the generated thumbnail.
Which thumbnail styles are available?
The generator includes clean modern, minimalist, high energy, recipe, cinematic, and bold overlay directions with visual previews.
Which aspect ratios can I use?
You can create thumbnails in 3:2 landscape, 2:3 portrait, or 1:1 square format.
How many credits does a thumbnail use?
Each successful thumbnail generation uses 1 credit. Failed generations do not deduct a credit.