Complete Guide to Video Integration in Squarespace: Embedding, Uploading and Best Practices
Videos on Your Website: Complete Guide
Embed or upload videos to engage visitors and tell your brand's story effectively. This guide covers all options for adding videos to your website.
Two Main Options for Adding Videos
- Embed Videos (Third-party Hosting):
- Supported platforms: YouTube, Vimeo, Animoto, and Wistia
- Best for streaming quality and playback control
- No storage limits
- Upload Videos (Self-hosting):
- Storage limit: 30 minutes per site
- Available for video blocks, pages, and section backgrounds
- Additional storage available with Digital Products plan
Where You Can Add Videos
Common placement options:
- Video blocks
- Embed blocks
- Gallery blocks
- Section backgrounds
- Lock screen backgrounds
- Video pages
- Course pages
Video Requirements
Upload limits:
- Course/Video Pages: 5,000 MB
- Section Backgrounds/Video Blocks: 500 MB
- Video length limits vary by location (30-180 minutes)
- Supported quality: 360p (1.5 MBps) to 1080p (3 MBps)
Best Practices
For embedded videos:
- Use direct URLs for YouTube/Vimeo
- Consider embed codes for advanced options
- Ensure proper formatting of YouTube URLs
- Test full-screen functionality in private browsing
For uploaded videos:
- Verify file meets size requirements
- Check codec compatibility
- Use Resource Library for video management
- Consider compression for faster loading
Troubleshooting Tips
Common issues and solutions:
- Slow loading: Allow buffer time
- Playback issues: Re-encode to meet requirements
- Size discrepancies: Check aspect ratios
- HD quality: Use embed codes for Vimeo HD
- Control visibility: Adjust privacy settings
Analytics
- Third-party hosts provide detailed metrics
- YouTube offers comprehensive analytics
- Vimeo provides view counts and engagement data
Remember to check your video host's specific requirements and documentation for optimal performance.
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