How to Add Videos to Posts on Hootsuite: 1-Min Guide

How to Add Videos to Posts on Hootsuite

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May 12, 2026

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Use this interactive demo to learn how to attach a video file to your Hootsuite post.

Quick summary

Adding videos to posts in Hootsuite is done through the Composer panel, where you can upload a file directly from your computer or select one from your Media Library. Once attached, you can preview the video using the Play button before publishing your post.

Steps

In Hootsuite's Composer panel, go to the Your Post section and click the Add Media icon below the text box.
Click Upload From Your Computer to select a new video file, or choose Media Library to reuse a previously imported video.
Once the video is attached, click the Play button to review the media and confirm it has been added to your post correctly.

📌 Why this matters

Adding videos directly to social media posts through Hootsuite's Composer panel allows social media managers to enrich their content and drive higher engagement without leaving their scheduling workflow. Hootsuite supports both direct file uploads and a centralized Media Library, making it easy to reuse approved video assets across campaigns. This feature helps teams maintain consistent, media-rich posting schedules across multiple platforms from a single dashboard. For brands investing in video-first social strategies, Hootsuite's video attachment capability streamlines content creation and reduces time spent switching between tools.

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