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Save a YouTube Thumbnail on Mac

Save any YouTube thumbnail on a Mac. Paste the link, click Download, and the HD JPG lands in your Downloads folder.

Safari and Chrome Both Work

On macOS, the Download button saves the JPG straight to Downloads. You can also Control-click (or right-click) a preview and choose Save Image As to choose the destination.

Step by Step

Copy the video link
Copy the URL from the address bar or the video's Share menu.
Paste it here
Paste the link into the tool at the top of the page and click Download Thumbnail.
Download the size you want
Click Download; the JPG saves to your Downloads folder.
Or Control-click to save
Control-click the preview image and choose Save Image As to pick a folder.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I save a YouTube thumbnail on a Mac?

Paste the link into the tool and click Download, or Control-click the preview and choose Save Image As.

Does it work in Safari?

Yes, in Safari and Chrome. The image saves to your Downloads folder.

Is any app required?

No. Everything runs in your browser with nothing to install.

Save a YouTube Thumbnail on Mac