YouTube Thumbnail Scraper & Downloader
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$5.00/month + usage
YouTube Thumbnail Scraper & Downloader
Easily scrape and download YouTube thumbnails from videos, shorts and also from YouTube-kids videos in 8K to 360p resolutions with complete metadata including video titles, channel information, and direct CDN access etc. for professional media workflows.๐YouTube Thumbnail Scraper & Downloader.
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YouTube Thumbnail Scraper & Downloader - Professional Thumbnail Extraction Tool
Efficiently scrape and download YouTube thumbnails with our powerful YouTube Thumbnail Scraper & Downloader actor! This Apify actor enables you to extract high-quality thumbnails in multiple resolutions with comprehensive metadata for any YouTube video.
๐ฏ Overview
Need high-quality YouTube thumbnails for content analysis or marketing? This YouTube Thumbnail Scraper & Downloader delivers:
- Multiple Resolutions: Access thumbnails from 360p to 8K quality
- Complete Metadata: Titles, channels, upload dates, dimensions
- Bulk Processing: Handle multiple videos simultaneously
- Direct CDN Links: Get original YouTube image URLs
Perfect for marketers ๐, content creators ๐ฌ, SEO specialists ๐, and data analysts ๐!
โก Core Capabilities/Key Features
๐ผ๏ธ Thumbnail Options
- Multiple Qualities: 360p to 8K resolution thumbnails
- Max Resolution: Always get the highest available quality
- Bulk Mode: Process dozens of YouTube URLs per run
- Direct URLs: Original YouTube CDN thumbnail links
๐ Metadata Mastery
- Video Titles: Complete title extraction
- Channel Information: Creator channel names
- Upload Dates: YYYY-MM-DD timestamp format
- Dimension Data: Exact width and height measurements
๐ ๏ธ Advanced Tech
- Proxy Support: Residential IP rotation capability
- URL Validation: Automatic YouTube URL verification
- Quality Fallback: Smart resolution selection
๐ฅ Input Configuration
Simply enter YouTube video URLs in the Input Section then click "start" to begin scraping with our YouTube Thumbnail Scraper & Downloader. The input format is:
{"video_urls": [{"url": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cmGo8hM_nhs","method": "GET"}]}
๐ Input Specifications
| Parameter | Type | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
video_urls | Array | Yes | YouTube video URLs to process |
url | String | Yes | Valid YouTube video URL |
method | String | Yes | HTTP method (GET recommended) |
๐ค Output Structure
The YouTube Thumbnail Scraper & Downloader provides comprehensive output:
[{"original_url": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cmGo8hM_nhs","title": "REAL 8K HDR - Best of 8K Video ULTRA HD - Dolby Vision","channel": "4K Video ULTRA HD","duration": "10m 17s","thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/cmGo8hM_nhs/maxresdefault.jpg","thumbnail_metadata": {"thumbnail_url": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/cmGo8hM_nhs/maxresdefault.jpg","thumbnail_id": "cmGo8hM_nhs","thumbnail_ext": null,"thumbnail_width": 7680,"thumbnail_height": 4320,"thumbnail_resolution": "7680x4320","thumbnail_channel": "4K Video ULTRA HD","thumbnail_upload_date": "2025-04-09","thumbnail_title": "REAL 8K HDR - Best of 8K Video ULTRA HD - Dolby Vision"},"qualities": [{"resolution": 4320,"thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/cmGo8hM_nhs/maxresdefault.jpg","explanation": "Thumbnail for resolution 4320"}]}]
๐ Output Field Documentation
Video Metadata Section
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
original_url | Original YouTube video URL |
title | Complete video title |
channel | Video creator's channel name |
duration | Video length in minutes:seconds |
Thumbnail Metadata
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
thumbnail_url | Primary thumbnail download URL |
thumbnail_width | Image width in pixels |
thumbnail_height | Image height in pixels |
thumbnail_resolution | Full resolution string |
thumbnail_channel | Source channel name |
thumbnail_upload_date | Video publication date |
Quality Options
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
resolution | Vertical resolution in pixels |
thumbnail | Quality-specific thumbnail URL |
explanation | Resolution description |
๐๏ธ Quality Tiers Available
The YouTube Thumbnail Scraper & Downloader automatically detects and provides multiple resolution options:
- Ultra HD 8K - 7680x4320 (Maximum quality available)
- 4K Resolution - 3840x2160 pixels
- 1440p QHD - 2560x1440 pixels
- 1080p Full HD - 1920x1080 pixels
- 720p HD - 1280x720 pixels
- 480p SD - 854x480 pixels
- 360p Mobile - 480x360 pixels
Each quality tier includes direct CDN links for immediate download access.
๐ง Technical Features
๐ผ๏ธ Advanced Thumbnail Support
- Multiple resolution extraction (7 quality levels)
- Direct YouTube CDN access
- Maximum resolution detection
- Bulk thumbnail downloading
๐ Metadata Extraction
- Complete video information capture
- Precise dimension measurements
- Upload date preservation
- Channel attribution data
โก Reliability Features
- Direct CDN access for maximum reliability
- Comprehensive error handling
- URL validation and normalization
- Automatic quality fallback
๐ผ Use Cases
- Content Creators โ Analyze thumbnail strategies and trends
- SEO Specialists โ Optimize video metadata and thumbnails
- Marketing Agencies โ Research competitor thumbnail designs
- Data Analysts โ Study visual content patterns
- App Developers โ Build thumbnail-powered applications
- Researchers โ Analyze visual marketing trends
โ Why Choose Our YouTube Thumbnail Scraper & Downloader?
- High Performance: Fast and efficient thumbnail extraction process
- User-Friendly: Simple interface for beginners and professionals
- Regular Updates: Maintained for YouTube compatibility
- Comprehensive Data: Get all thumbnail resolutions and metadata
- Bulk Processing: Handle multiple videos simultaneously
โ ๏ธ Limitations
- Only works with public YouTube videos
- Thumbnail availability depends on YouTube's CDN
- The actor may encounter rate limits based on YouTube's restrictions
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๐ง Need Customization?
Want *higher volume processing, **additional metadata fields, or *custom resolution outputs?
โ Email codenest2.0@gmail.com for tailored YouTube Thumbnail Scraper & Downloader solutions!
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