Malware Precautions: How to Safely Embed Third-Party Videos on Your Site
Video embedding offers two primary methods: video URLs and embed codes. Choose the approach that best fits your needs for adding YouTube, Vimeo, or other video content to your site.
Using Video URLs
- Copy the video URL from your browser's address bar
- Supported platforms: YouTube and Vimeo
- YouTube URLs must include:
- youtube.com/watch
- youtube.com/playlist
- youtu.be
YouTube URL with parameters
Using Embed Codes
- Provides advanced playback options
- Supports additional platforms (Wistia, Animoto)
- Compatible with:
- Embed blocks
- Gallery blocks
- Gallery pages (v7.0)
- Cover page layouts (v7.0)
Silhouette of a woman with headphones
Important Considerations:
- Live streaming URLs must use youtube.com/watch format
- Private/unlisted videos work if accessible via link
- Post-live stream playback depends on host settings
- Scheduled previews only display after release time
- 360-degree videos may impact site performance
- URLs are simpler but embed codes offer more control
- Choose URL embedding for basic needs
- Use embed codes for advanced features or non-YouTube/Vimeo hosts
Location Compatibility:
- Background Videos
- Course Pages
- Video Blocks
- Gallery Blocks
- Embed Blocks
- Video Lessons
- Cover Page Layouts (v7.0)
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