Change profile picture on YouTube

The profile picture is an important part of your YouTube channel. It represents your brand and helps to differentiate your videos from others. In this guide, I will show you how to change your profile picture on both PC and mobile devices. I will explain each step precisely, so you can add your new profile picture step by step.

Main Takeaways

• Your profile picture should have a minimum resolution of 98x98 pixels and a maximum size of 4 MB.
• Supported file formats are PNG and GIF, but no animated GIFs.
• You must adhere to YouTube's guidelines to ensure that your image is suitable.

Changing Profile Picture on PC

First, open your web browser and go to YouTube. Log into your account if you have not already done so. To change your profile picture, click on your avatar or icon in the top right corner.

In the dropdown menu, select "My Channel." Your channel profile will be displayed here. Click on the "Customize Channel" button in the middle of the page.

The settings menu will open, and you need to click on the "Branding" tab. In this section, you can add or change your profile picture.

Before uploading an image, make sure it meets YouTube's requirements. Your image must have a minimum resolution of 98x98 pixels, and the file size must not exceed 4 MB. The file should be in PNG or GIF format – but not animated GIF.

Once your image is ready, click "Upload" and select the file from your computer. Make sure you can adjust the image if necessary to choose the desired crop. In my example, I want to use an image of an island.

I am now aligning the image to look optimal. If you are satisfied with the result, click "Done." Remember to confirm the changes by clicking "Publish."

You have successfully changed your profile picture on PC. It will now be displayed on your channel.

Changing Profile Picture on Mobile

To change your profile picture on a mobile device, first open the YouTube app. Log in if you have not done so already. Then tap on your profile picture in the top right corner and select "My Channel."

In the channel menu, you will find the "Customize Channel" option again. Here, click on the profile picture icon in the middle of the screen.

Now you can upload the new profile picture. Ensure that the aforementioned requirements are met to avoid any problems.

After the image has been successfully uploaded, you have the option to adjust it as desired. Once everything is in place, confirm the changes, and your new profile picture will be displayed.

You have now successfully changed your profile picture on your mobile device as well.

Summary

Changing your profile picture on YouTube is straightforward on both PC and mobile. Always pay attention to the guidelines to ensure that your profile picture meets the requirements. By following all the steps, your profile picture will be updated quickly and smoothly.