Videos can be added to your website through two main methods: embedding from third-party services or direct upload. Here's how to do it effectively:

Embedding Videos

Supported platforms:

• YouTube
• Vimeo
• Animoto
• Wistia

Requirements for YouTube URLs:

• Must contain youtube.com/watch, youtube.com/playlist, or youtu.be
• For Shorts or Clips, use embed code instead

Video Location Options:

• Video blocks
• Embed blocks
• Gallery blocks
• Section backgrounds (7.1 only)
• Video pages
• Splash screen backgrounds

Uploading Videos

File Requirements:

• Size limits:
  • Course/Video pages: 5000 MB
  • Section backgrounds/video blocks: 500 MB
• Duration limits:
  • Course/Video pages: 3 hours
  • Video blocks: 30 minutes
  • Section backgrounds: 60 seconds
• Bitrate:
  • 360p: 1.5 MB/s
  • 1080p: 3MB/s

Storage Allocation:

• 30 minutes of video content per website
• Additional storage available with digital goods plan

Troubleshooting Tips:

1. Slow loading: Allow buffer time for HD videos
2. Vimeo controls missing: Check if video size is above 300x170 pixels
3. Fullscreen issues: View in incognito mode
4. Size differences: Check aspect ratios
5. HD playback: Use embed code for Vimeo HD content

For optimal performance:

• Use supported file formats
• Check video metadata before uploading
• Consider bandwidth limitations
• Test playback across different devices
• Monitor analytics through your video host

Special Features:

• Background videos play silently and loop automatically
• Animated GIFs work in any image location
• Gallery blocks can combine videos and images
• Video libraries can be created using video pages

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