How to make a thumbnail from a video
- Add your video.
- Pause on a moment, or choose evenly spaced frames or a contact sheet.
- Select Video Thumbnail Generator and download.
About this tool
Pause on the moment you want and save it as a full-size image, with no screenshot and no player controls in the way. For a video you haven't chosen a moment in, get a set of evenly spaced frames, or a contact sheet with every frame's time marked on it.
Common questions
Why is this sharper than a screenshot?
The image comes straight from the video at its full size, so a 4K video gives a 4K image, whatever size your screen is.
What's a contact sheet?
One image showing a grid of frames from through the video, each marked with its time. It's a handy way to see what's in a long video without watching it.
Is it free to use?
Yes. There's no sign-up, and nothing is added to your file unless you ask for it.
What happens to my files?
Your files are only used to run the tool you chose, and they're deleted automatically after about 24 hours.
Do I need to install anything?
No. It all works in your browser, on any computer or phone.