Adding Videos to Your Hostinger Website
TL;DR:
- Embed YouTube and Vimeo videos using their share codes
- Upload your own videos directly through the media manager
- Videos automatically adjust to fit different screen sizes
- Compress videos before uploading to keep your site fast
Adding videos to your Hostinger website is straightforward once you know where to find the right tools. The website builder handles most of the technical bits for you, so you can focus on getting your content looking good.
Embedding Videos from YouTube and Vimeo
This is usually the quickest way to add video content. Here's how to do it:
Find your video on YouTube or Vimeo and click the 'Share' button underneath. You'll see an 'Embed' option that gives you a code snippet. Copy this code.
In your Hostinger Website Builder, drag a video element to where you want it on your page. Click on the element and look for the embed code option. Paste your copied code here.
The video will appear on your page and adjust automatically to fit different screen sizes. You don't need to worry about making it responsive – the builder sorts that out.
Uploading Your Own Videos
If you've got your own video files, you can upload them directly. First, make sure your video is in MP4 format – this works best for web use.
In the website builder, find the 'Media' or 'Uploads' section in your sidebar. Click 'Upload Video' and select your file. Once it's uploaded, you can drag it onto your page just like any other element.
Keep file sizes reasonable. Large video files slow down your site, which frustrates visitors. If your video is over 50MB, consider compressing it first.
Getting Better Performance
Videos can make your site slower if you're not careful. Here are a few things that help:
Compress your videos before uploading. There are free online tools that can reduce file sizes without making the quality noticeably worse.
For longer videos or if you're planning to add lots of video content, embedding from YouTube or Vimeo is usually better than direct uploads. These platforms are built to handle video streaming efficiently.
Consider where you place videos on your pages. Videos that load immediately when someone visits your site will slow things down more than videos further down the page.
Common Issues and Fixes
Sometimes embedded videos don't show up properly. This usually happens when the embed code is old or the video has been made private. Go back to the original video and grab a fresh embed code.
If your uploaded videos look blurry, check the original file quality. The website builder doesn't improve video quality – it can only work with what you give it.
Videos not playing on mobile devices often means the format isn't supported. Stick to MP4 for the best compatibility across all devices.
FAQs
Can I change the size of video players in Hostinger Website Builder?
You can resize videos by dragging the corners of the video element. The player will scale proportionally to maintain the correct aspect ratio.
How do I make videos load faster on my website?
Compress your videos before uploading and consider using YouTube or Vimeo embeds instead of direct uploads for larger files.
Can I embed videos from other platforms besides YouTube and Vimeo?
Yes, if the platform provides embed codes, you can usually paste them into the video element. Not all platforms work perfectly, so test before publishing.
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Responsive Design – Your website automatically adjusts to look good on phones, tablets, and computers without you having to create separate versions.
Embed Code – A snippet of code that lets you display content from one website on another website.
MP4 – A video file format that works reliably across all web browsers and devices.
Wrap-up
Adding videos to your Hostinger website is one of the easier ways to make your content more engaging. Whether you're embedding from video platforms or uploading your own files, the website builder handles the technical complexity. Just remember to keep file sizes reasonable and test your videos on different devices before going live.
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