How does AI reframing work?

The AI detects faces, text, and key visual elements in your thumbnail, then intelligently crops and repositions to fit the 9:16 aspect ratio while keeping the important parts visible and well-composed.

What platforms are supported?

The vertical output works for YouTube Shorts, TikTok, Instagram Reels, Snapchat Spotlight, and any other platform using 9:16 vertical video format.

Can I convert vertical back to horizontal?

Yes! The conversion works both ways. Convert 9:16 to 16:9 or vice versa with AI handling the reframing.

Will text still be readable?

The AI prioritizes text readability during conversion, repositioning and resizing text elements to ensure they remain clear in the new format.

Repurpose thumbnails for vertical platforms

One Thumbnail, Every Platform

Instantly convert your YouTube thumbnails to vertical format for Shorts, TikTok, and Reels. AI handles the reframing so your design looks great in any aspect ratio.

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Why Creators Love Vertical Thumbnails

Powerful features designed to save you time and boost your click-through rates.

Smart Reframing

AI intelligently crops and repositions elements to fit the vertical format perfectly.

One-Click Conversion

Convert any existing thumbnail to vertical with a single click.

Multi-Platform Ready

Optimized output for YouTube Shorts, TikTok, Instagram Reels, and more.

Preserve Key Elements

Faces, text, and important subjects stay centered and visible in the new format.

How Vertical Thumbnails Works

Get started in minutes with our simple, intuitive workflow.

Select a Thumbnail

Choose any existing 16:9 thumbnail from your library or generate a new one.

Convert to Vertical

AI analyzes the composition and intelligently reframes it for 9:16 vertical format.

Review & Adjust

Preview the vertical version and make any adjustments to positioning or elements.

Download or Share

Export the vertical thumbnail optimized for your target platform.

How Creators Use Vertical Thumbnails

Real-world examples of how YouTube creators leverage this feature to grow their channels.

YouTube Shorts

Create matching thumbnails for your Shorts that complement your main video content.

Example

Convert your main video thumbnail to vertical for the Shorts clip version.

Cross-Platform Content

Repurpose content across YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram with platform-appropriate thumbnails.

Example

Generate one thumbnail and convert it for every platform you post to.

Social Media Promotion

Create vertical preview images for promoting your videos on mobile-first platforms.

Example

Share vertical thumbnail teasers on Instagram Stories and TikTok.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about vertical thumbnails.

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