Video Thumbnail Generator

Extract high-quality images from your videos at any timestamp. Perfect for creating custom thumbnails and screenshots.

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Enter the time in seconds where you want to capture the frame (e.g., 30 for 30 seconds, 90 for 1:30)

Thumbnail Extraction Tips

• Timestamp: Use 0 for the first frame, or any time in seconds for specific moments

• Format Choice: PNG for best quality, JPG for smaller files, WebP for modern web use

• Quality: Thumbnails maintain the same resolution as your original video

• Use Cases: YouTube thumbnails, video previews, social media posts, presentations

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I extract a thumbnail from a video?

Upload your video file, enter the timestamp (in seconds) where you want to capture the frame, select your desired image format (PNG, JPG, or WebP), and click 'Extract Thumbnail'. The tool will capture that exact frame and provide it as a downloadable image.

What image formats are available for thumbnails?

You can extract thumbnails in three formats: PNG for lossless quality and transparency support, JPG for smaller file sizes with good quality, and WebP for modern browsers with excellent compression and quality balance.

How do I choose the right timestamp?

Enter the timestamp in seconds. For example, use 0 for the first frame, 30 for 30 seconds in, or 90 for 1 minute 30 seconds. To find the perfect frame, play your video in a player first and note the timestamp where you want to capture the image.

What video formats can I extract thumbnails from?

Our thumbnail generator supports all major video formats including MP4, AVI, MOV, MKV, WebM, WMV, FLV, and more. Any video that plays in your browser can have thumbnails extracted from it.

Will the thumbnail quality match the video quality?

Yes! The extracted thumbnail will have the same resolution and quality as the original video frame at that timestamp. If your video is 1080p, your thumbnail will be 1080p. PNG format preserves the exact quality without any compression loss.

Can I extract multiple thumbnails from one video?

You can extract one thumbnail at a time. To get multiple thumbnails, simply repeat the process with different timestamps. For example, extract one at 0 seconds, another at 30 seconds, and so on. Each extraction takes just a few seconds.

Is my video data safe when extracting thumbnails?

Absolutely! All thumbnail extraction is performed entirely in your browser using client-side processing. Your video files never leave your device and are not uploaded to any server. This ensures complete privacy and security of your video content.

Which image format should I use?

Use PNG for highest quality, especially for screenshots with text or graphics, as it's lossless. Use JPG for photographs and scenes where smaller file size is important. Use WebP for the best balance of quality and file size on modern websites and platforms.