Adding linked videos to your library
You can add linked videos from YouTube or Vimeo to your library and use them on your reels. The number of linked videos you can add depends on your plan: Free (3), Starter (10), or Professional (unlimited).
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To learn about privacy and embed settings on YouTube and Vimeo, see Privacy settings for YouTube and Vimeo video embeds.
NOTE: Due to technical limitations of third-party embeds, linked video metrics may not include activities beyond Video Play, Video Pause, and Video End.
Adding linked videos
To add a linked video:
- Click Videos in the left navigation to open your video library
- Click the link icon in the upper right
- Enter the YouTube or Vimeo URL
- Optionally rename the video
- Click Create Link
Once a valid URL is entered, you'll see the thumbnail and video title. You can rename the video before clicking Create Link to add it to your library.
Now that the video is in your library, you can watch it, rename it, move it to a folder, delete it, or add it to a reel in the Reel Builder.
Pro Tip: You can also add videos to your library from within the Reel Builder's media block.
Resync linked videos
If you change a video's title or thumbnail on YouTube or Vimeo, you can update it in ReelCrafter by clicking Resync in the three-dot menu on the video card. This pulls the current information from the source platform.
Common questions
How many linked videos can I add?
Free plans can add up to 3 linked videos, Starter plans up to 10, and Professional plans have unlimited linked videos.
Can I add videos from platforms other than YouTube and Vimeo?
Not currently. ReelCrafter supports YouTube and Vimeo for linked videos. For other platforms, download the video and upload it directly to ReelCrafter (Professional plan required for video uploads).
Why isn't my linked video showing on my reel?
Check your privacy and embed settings on YouTube or Vimeo. Private videos cannot be embedded. See Privacy settings for YouTube and Vimeo video embeds for detailed instructions.
What's the difference between linked and uploaded videos?
Linked videos are hosted on YouTube or Vimeo and embedded on your reel. Uploaded videos are stored directly on ReelCrafter (Professional plan only, with 80GB storage). Uploaded videos provide more detailed analytics and allow custom thumbnails.
Can I set a custom thumbnail for a linked video?
No. Linked videos use the thumbnail from YouTube or Vimeo. To update the thumbnail, change it on the source platform and use Resync in ReelCrafter.