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How to upload a video to Vimeo

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This feature is included with all Vimeo plans.

In addition to watching videos on Vimeo, you can also upload videos to your account. This article provides instructions on uploading videos from your devices to your Vimeo account.

In this article: 

Video overview

Watch the video below to learn how to upload a video to Vimeo. 

What to know before uploading a video

Before uploading a video to Vimeo, take note of the following articles for additional information on preparing your uploads: 

⚠️Note: We advise that files are kept within 200 GB for a successful upload. We also do not support uploads of videos longer than 24 hours. 

How to upload a video from your computer

To upload a video from your computer:

  1. Select New at the top right of the page and then select Upload.
    The top-right navigation section shows a 'New' button with a dropdown arrow. When selected, a menu appears below it. The 'Upload' option is the first option displayed in this dropdown menu.
  2. Before uploading your video, confirm its privacy setting, located at the top-right of the Upload page. This will display your default upload setting. 
    Visit Set your video's viewing privacy before uploading for additional information. 
     The Vimeo upload page. In the top-right, an 'Unlisted' button is outlined in red. The opened sidebar, labeled 'Privacy', displays settings for privacy and sharing access.
  3. Select the Team and/or destination folder to upload your video by using the dropdown menus below the Choose files button. 
    "The Upload page. A red outline highlights two dropdown menus under the 'Choose files' button: one labeled 'Team', and another labeled 'My library' indicating where the video will be uploaded.
  4. Drag and drop your video file onto the Upload page, or select Choose files to select it from your computer.
  5. After choosing the folder and uploading your file, the upload is automatic. When finished, you'll go to the video settings to customize, add details and tags, or change privacy options. Read in details about the  Video settings overview. 

For Enterprise accounts with Workspaces: If you are a member of multiple Workspaces, ensure that you are switched to the correct Workspace before uploading a video. 

Making the most out of uploading videos

In addition to uploading videos directly from your computer, you could add videos to your account via these alternate ways:

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