YouTube Shorts Safe Zone Checker
Avoid UI overlap on your videos with our free YouTube Shorts safe zone checker. Upload your video or thumbnail to see platform overlays and ensure your content is always perfectly placed.
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YouTube Shorts safe zones for channel info and engagement buttons
| Format | Canvas Size | Top Buffer | Bottom Buffer | Side Buffer | Safe Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal View | 1080 × 1920px | 120px | 300px | 0px left, 96px right | 984 × 1500px |
| Expanded Description | 1080 × 1920px | 120px | 360px | 0px left, 96px right | 984 × 1440px |
| Thumbnail (1:1) | 1080 × 1080px | 0px | 0px | 0px | 1080 × 1080px |
💡 Pro Tips
Write a killer hook in the first 2 seconds
Shorts auto-play in a never-ending feed. Open with movement, bold text, or a cliff-hanger question so viewers don’t swipe away before the video even starts.
Frame text inside the Shorts safe zone
Keep captions and on-screen titles at least 120 px from the top and 300 px above the bottom. Use the PostPlanify Safe-Zone Checker to preview the overlay before you export.
Use vertical-only footage (9:16)
YouTube adds black bars to 16:9 clips, lowering perceived quality and watch time. Shoot or crop to 1080 × 1920 so every pixel fills the screen.
Layer burnt-in captions for silent viewers
Over 70% of Shorts are watched with the sound muted. Add concise subtitles inside the safe zone to boost retention and accessibility.
Close with a clear CTA above the bottom bar
Ask viewers to like, comment, or tap ‘Subscribe’. Place the CTA text inside the safe zone—about 350 px above the bottom—to avoid being hidden by the UI.
Ride trending sounds—then add original value
Using popular audio boosts discoverability, but pair it with a fresh visual twist or unique insight so the clip stands out in the trend wave.
Aim for 15-35 s to maximize completion rate
Shorter isn’t always better—clips under 15 s can feel abrupt, while >40 s often lose viewers. The sweet spot for most niches is 20-30 s.
Batch-shoot and schedule for consistency
Film multiple Shorts in one session, then use PostPlanify to drip them out daily. Consistent posting feeds the algorithm and keeps you top-of-mind.
Monitor audience retention curves weekly
YouTube Analytics shows exactly where viewers drop. Identify boring moments and trim future videos to keep that retention line flat.
Leverage pinned comments for extra context
Add links, product details, or follow-up resources in a pinned comment. It’s a stealthy CTA that doesn’t clutter the video itself.
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