Instagram Reels covers that look like you, every time
Your Instagram grid is a portfolio. FatThumb keeps your face and visual identity consistent across Reels covers so every new post strengthens your brand instead of diluting it.
How it works
Three steps from zero to upload-ready.
Set up your Person profile and style reference
Upload face photos and optionally save a reference Reel cover that captures your aesthetic to the Inspiration Library.
Describe the cover shot
Write your prompt emphasising the expression and mood you want for the Reel. Instagram Reels covers work best with strong face presence and a clear focal point.
Generate and upload
Download the 1280×720 output and use it as the Reel cover frame. Select the custom cover option in the Instagram app before publishing.
Features
Everything you need for the click.
Covers that fit your grid
Instagram grids reward visual consistency. FatThumb's Person profiles and Inspiration references keep your covers cohesive — new posts align with your established aesthetic.
Your face, clearly yours
Face-forward content performs on Instagram. Person profiles ensure the face in your Reel cover is genuinely, consistently you — not a drifted AI approximation.
Reuse the same face reference everywhere
The same Person profile powers YouTube thumbnails, Shorts covers, and Instagram Reels covers. One setup, all platforms.
Match your feed's visual tone
Extract the colour and mood signature of your best-performing Reels covers with the Inspiration Library and carry that style forward into new generations.
Cover image as fast as you post
Posting to Instagram multiple times a week means cover-image creation can't slow you down. FatThumb produces a cover in under 60 seconds.
Compare before you commit
Get up to four cover variations per batch and choose the one that best fits the specific Reel's content and energy.
FAQ
Questions & answers
What is the correct cover image size for Instagram Reels?
Instagram recommends a 9:16 (1080×1920) image for Reels covers. FatThumb outputs 1280×720 (16:9) which many creators crop or use as-is. Check current Instagram specs on the Meta Help Centre — platform requirements can change.
Can I use the same thumbnail for YouTube and Instagram Reels?
Yes, with a caveat on aspect ratio. The 1280×720 output can be used as-is for YouTube and as a starting point for an Instagram cover crop. Many creators use the same face/style across both platforms to build cross-platform recognition.
How do I keep my Reels covers matching my feed aesthetic?
Save a reference cover from your best-performing Reels in the Inspiration Library and reference it when generating new covers. The style analysis extracts the colour palette, composition, and mood so new generations align with your established aesthetic.
Does face consistency help on Instagram?
Yes. Recognisable face presence is a strong brand signal on Instagram, especially for personal-brand accounts. Person profiles ensure your face reads as consistently you across every Reel cover on the grid.
Can I batch generate Reels covers for a content calendar?
Yes. Generate covers for your upcoming Reels in a single session using the same Person profile and Inspiration reference. Batch production fits weekly content calendar planning.
A grid that looks like a brand, not a random feed
Generate your first 5 thumbnails free — no card, no designer, your face consistent from the first run.