How to Embed Loom in Notion: Team Communication Guide

Introduction

Loom and Notion are a match made in productivity heaven. When you embed Loom in Notion, you combine video communication with documentation for powerful async workflows. This guide shows you exactly how to do it and optimize for team use.

Why Loom + Notion?

The Perfect Async Combo

Benefits for Teams

BenefitDescription

Context preservationVideo explanations stay with docs
Async-friendlyWatch on your own time
SearchableLoom transcripts aid discovery
EngagingVideo > text walls

Step-by-Step Embedding

Method 1: Direct Paste (Recommended)

Method 2: Embed Block

Method 3: Via Notion Embed

For enhanced features, use Notion Embed:

Loom Features in Notion

Inline Playback

Watch Loom videos without leaving Notion:

Transcripts

Loom auto-generates transcripts:

Comments

If enabled, Loom comments work in embeds:

Analytics

Loom tracks views:

Team Workflows

Onboarding Documentation

Create comprehensive onboarding:

<h1 id="welcome-to-company">Welcome to [Company]!</h1>
<h2 id="week-1-videos">Week 1 Videos</h2>
<h3 id="day-1-introduction">Day 1: Introduction</h3>
[Embedded Loom: CEO welcome message]
<h3 id="day-1-tools-overview">Day 1: Tools Overview</h3>
[Embedded Loom: Workspace tour]
<h3 id="day-2-first-project">Day 2: First Project</h3>
[Embedded Loom: Getting started guide]

Process Documentation

Replace text-heavy SOPs:

<h1 id="how-to-process-refunds">How to Process Refunds</h1>
<h2 id="video-walkthrough">Video Walkthrough</h2>
[Embedded Loom: Step-by-step refund process]
<h2 id="quick-steps">Quick Steps</h2>
Navigate to Orders

Find customer order

Click "Issue Refund"

Confirm amount

Submit
<h2 id="faq">FAQ</h2>
[Toggle: Common questions]

Async Standups

Create standup pages:

<h1 id="daily-standups-january-2026">Daily Standups - January 2026</h1>
<h2 id="january-15">January 15</h2>
@Sarah: [Loom embed]

@Marcus: [Loom embed]

@Alex: [Loom embed]
<h2 id="january-14">January 14</h2>
[...]

Project Updates

Keep stakeholders informed:

<h1 id="q1-project-alpha">Q1 Project Alpha</h1>
<h2 id="status-updates">Status Updates</h2>
<h3 id="week-3-update">Week 3 Update</h3>
[Embedded Loom: Progress report]
Key points:
Milestone 1 complete

On track for deadline

Blocking issue resolved

Bug Reports

Clarify issues visually:

<h1 id="bug-cart-not-updating">Bug: Cart not updating</h1>
<h2 id="video-reproduction">Video Reproduction</h2>
[Embedded Loom: Bug demonstration]
<h2 id="steps-to-reproduce">Steps to Reproduce</h2>
Add item to cart

Click increment

Total doesn't update
<h2 id="expected-vs-actual">Expected vs Actual</h2>
[...]

Best Practices

Recording Tips

For embeds, optimize your Looms:

Organization in Notion

Performance

Multiple Looms can slow pages:

Loom Workspace Integration

Loom + Notion Database

Create a video database:

Template Integration

Include Looms in templates:

Pricing Considerations

Loom PlanNotion Use

Free25 videos, 5 min each
BusinessUnlimited, advanced analytics
EnterpriseSSO, admin controls

Notion Embed works with all Loom plans.

FAQ

Do Loom embeds auto-update?

Yes! Edits to your Loom video appear automatically in embedded instances.

Can I embed password-protected Looms?

Yes, but viewers will need the password to watch. For team use, consider workspace-only visibility in Loom.

Do viewers need a Loom account?

No, anyone can watch embedded Loom videos without an account.

Can I see who watched my embedded Loom?

Yes, if they're logged into Loom. Anonymous viewers appear in aggregated counts.

How do I embed a specific timestamp?

Add ?t=60 to the URL for 60 seconds. This isn't officially supported but often works.

Conclusion

Embedding Loom in Notion supercharges your team's async communication. Key takeaways:

Start building video-powered documentation today!

Optimize your Loom embeds →

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