Notion Video Embed: Best Practices for YouTube, Loom & More

Introduction

Notion video embed capabilities transform your workspace into a multimedia knowledge hub. Whether you're creating training materials, documenting processes, or curating educational content, embedding videos directly in Notion keeps everything in one place.

This comprehensive guide covers video embeds from all major platforms, plus optimization and organization best practices.

Supported Video Platforms

Notion supports video embeds from numerous platforms:

Fully Supported (Auto-Embed)

Embed Block Required

Not Directly Supported

YouTube Embeds

YouTube is the most commonly embedded video platform in Notion.

Basic Embedding

Works with:

Start Time Parameters

Begin video at a specific timestamp:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIDEO_ID&t=120

This starts at 2 minutes (120 seconds).

Playlist Embeds

Embed entire playlists:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAYLIST_ID

YouTube Shorts

Short-form videos embed with a vertical player:

https://youtube.com/shorts/VIDEO_ID

Loom Embeds

Loom is perfect for team communications and tutorials.

Why Loom Works Great in Notion

Embedding Loom Videos

Loom-Specific Features

Team Use Cases

Vimeo Embeds

Vimeo offers professional-quality video hosting.

Standard Embedding

Privacy Settings

Vimeo offers granular privacy:

For Notion, use "Public" or "Hide from Vimeo" settings.

Vimeo Pro Features

With Vimeo Pro:

Other Platform Embeds

Wistia

TikTok

Twitch Clips

Optimization Tips

Sizing Guidelines

Video TypeRecommended WidthNotes

Tutorial (16:9)Full widthMaximum visibility
LoomMedium-LargeGood for documentation
TikTok/ShortsSmallVertical content
PlaylistFull widthRoom for list

Page Performance

Video embeds can slow page loading. Best practices:

Mobile Considerations

Test your embeds on mobile:

Accessibility

Make videos accessible:

Organization Strategies

Video Libraries

Create a central video hub:

<h1 id="-video-library">🎬 Video Library</h1>
<h2 id="training-videos">Training Videos</h2>
[Toggle: Onboarding]
  - Welcome video embed
  - Tools overview embed
  - First week checklist embed
<h2 id="product-demos">Product Demos</h2>
[Toggle: Feature Demos]
  - Feature A walkthrough
  - Feature B tutorial
<h2 id="team-recordings">Team Recordings</h2>
[Toggle: Meeting Recordings]
  - Team sync 01/10
  - All-hands 01/05

Database Integration

Create a video database with:

Template Systems

Include videos in templates:

Using Notion Embed for Videos

Notion Embed enhances video embedding:

Benefits

Pricing

PlanPriceVideo Features

Starter$0Basic embeds
Pro$7.90/moNo branding, analytics
Enterprise$27.90/moAPI, advanced controls

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FAQ

Can I embed password-protected videos?

Vimeo password-protected videos can embed, but viewers need the password. For truly private content, consider access controls at the Notion page level.

Do video embeds work offline?

No, video embeds require internet connection. For offline access, download videos and upload directly to Notion.

Can I auto-play videos in Notion?

No, Notion doesn't support autoplay for embedded videos. Users must click to play.

How do I embed a video that's not from a supported platform?

Use the /embed block with the video's direct URL. If that doesn't work, try Notion Embed which supports more platforms.

Do embedded videos count against Notion storage?

No, embedded videos are hosted externally. Only videos uploaded directly to Notion count against storage.

Conclusion

Notion video embeds open endless possibilities for documentation, training, and knowledge management. Key takeaways:

Start building your video-powered Notion workspace today!

Enhance your video embeds →

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