How to Add and Embed Videos on Your Squarespace Site - Complete Guide
Videos on Your Website: A Complete Guide
Upload videos directly to your site or embed them from popular platforms to engage visitors and tell your brand's story effectively.
Video Options:
- Embed Videos (Recommended)
- Supported platforms: YouTube, Vimeo, Animoto, and Wistia
- Best for streaming quality and playback control
- Use URL or embed code depending on platform
- Upload Videos
- Host directly on your website
- 30-minute total upload limit (standard)
- Available for video blocks, section backgrounds
- File requirements:
- Course/Videos pages: 5000 MB limit
- Section backgrounds/blocks: 500 MB limit
- Video length limits vary by placement
Where to Add Videos:
- Video blocks
- Section backgrounds
- Gallery blocks
- Videos pages
- Embed blocks
- Lock screen backgrounds
Best Practices:
- Embedding Videos:
- Use direct URLs for basic YouTube/Vimeo videos
- Use embed codes for advanced features or other platforms
- Ensure proper formatting of YouTube URLs (youtube.com/watch)
- Uploading Videos:
- Check file requirements before uploading
- Consider video quality and size limits
- Use supported codecs and formats
Troubleshooting Tips:
- Slow loading: Allow time for buffering
- Size differences: Check aspect ratios
- Playback issues: Verify file format compliance
- Control visibility: Adjust privacy settings
- HD quality: Use embed codes for better resolution
Video Analytics:
- Platform-specific metrics available through hosting services
- YouTube and Vimeo provide detailed analytics
- Track views and engagement through respective platforms
Keep videos optimized for web performance and ensure they match your site's design and purpose. Consider your audience's connection speeds when choosing video quality and length.
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