How to Upload a YouTube Shorts Video to Your Crowdfunder Project Page
If you're unable to upload a YouTube video to your Crowdfunder project page, the issue is likely due to compatibility restrictions with the video format. Crowdfunder does not support YouTube Shorts in their original URL format. However, you can upload the video successfully by modifying the URL and ensuring proper embedding settings. Follow the guide below for detailed instructions.
Common Issue: Why YouTube Shorts Encounter Errors
YouTube Shorts have a specific format optimised for platforms like TikTok or Instagram. Crowdfunder’s system does not recognise 'shorts' video URLs, leading to upload failures.
Step-by-Step Solution: Modifying the YouTube Shorts URL
To make your YouTube Shorts video compatible:
Copy the YouTube Shorts URL (e.g., https://www.youtube.com/shorts/iLOz6I2PuI).
Locate the part of the URL that reads 'shorts'.
Replace the word 'shorts' with 'embed'. The revised URL should look like this: https://www.youtube.com/embed/iLOz6I2PuI.
Use this modified URL when adding your video to your Crowdfunder project page. This adjustment enables the system to recognise and display the video correctly.
Ensure Embedding is Enabled
Sometimes, the video embedding settings on YouTube may cause issues. To resolve this:
Open the YouTube video.
Click the settings icon and navigate to the video settings.
Look for the "Embed settings" option and ensure embedding is enabled for the video.
Save the changes, then retry adding the video using the modified URL.
Troubleshooting Scenarios
Scenario 1: The video still doesn’t upload properly.
Double-check that you have replaced 'shorts' with 'embed' in the URL correctly.
Verify that the modified URL is copied accurately to the Crowdfunder project page.
Scenario 2: You encounter an error despite modifying the URL.
Check if embedding is enabled in the YouTube video settings as described above.
Scenario 3: The video format is entirely incompatible.
Ensure the link corresponds to a supported video format and upload method.
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