Video Embedding Options Guide

Upload your video directly to Squarespace, use a URL, or paste an embed code based on your needs. Here's when to use each method:

Direct Upload

• Best for hosting videos on your own site
• Free storage up to 30 minutes
• Available for video blocks, course pages, and section backgrounds
• Requires Digital Products plan for additional storage

URL Embedding

• Ideal for YouTube or Vimeo videos
• Simple copy-paste process
• Works with:
  • Background videos
  • Course pages
  • Gallery blocks
  • Video blocks
  • Video pages

Embed Code

• Offers advanced display options
• Supports multiple platforms (Animoto, Wistia, etc.)
• Enables custom settings from video hosts

Adding Videos Using Embed Code:

For Embed Blocks:

1. Click Code Snippet > Embed Data
2. Paste embed code
3. Click Back
4. Add featured image/description (optional)
5. Save

For Gallery Blocks:

1. Click + > Add Video > >
2. Paste embed code
3. Click Set
4. Add customizations (optional)
5. Save

For Gallery Pages (Version 7.0):

• Follow Gallery Pages guidelines
• Available for select Cover Page layouts
• Supports background video embedding

Choose the upload method that best matches your needs for video quality, hosting preferences, and display customization options.

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