Reddit is a vast community where people share thoughts, information, and media on a variety of topics. Posting videos on Reddit can be a great way to share interesting content, spark discussions, or simply show off something cool you’ve discovered or created. Whether you’re on your PC or using your Android device, uploading videos to Reddit is straightforward. However, if you’re new to Reddit or haven’t posted videos before, you might not be sure how to start. Don’t worry! In this article, we’ll walk you through the steps to post videos on Reddit, both from your computer and your Android phone.
How to Upload Videos to Reddit
Lights, Camera, and Reddit. Earlier, the platform did not allow users to post videos directly on it. Instead, they had to post it on third-party hosting sites and then share the link on Reddit. However, in 2017, Reddit enabled this feature and with time it has become more accessible for users to showcase their creativity and flair.
Requirements for Posting Videos on Reddit
In addition to adhering to Reddit’s content policy and guidelines, there are a few technical requirements you need to fulfill to post videos on the platform:
- Length and Size: You can upload videos no longer than 15 minutes and the size should be 1GB max.
- Format: Reddit supports videos in MP4 or MOV formats with H.264/AVC codec.
How to Post Videos to Reddit on Mobile
The Reddit mobile app lets you effortlessly upload and share your videos in a snap. Follow the steps mentioned below:
1. Open Reddit and tap the + Create icon at the bottom.
2. Tap on the video icon at the bottom.
3. Choose the video you want to post and tap on Add at the top-right corner.
4. Select the part you want to post and tap on Next.
5. Add the Title & the body caption, and tap on Next.
6. In the Post to page, Search for the community to which you want to post the video.
Note: Some communities have specific rules set for any content to be posted on their platform. It will not be posted if your video does not fulfill the particular requirements.
7. Tap on Post at the top-right corner to upload it.
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How to Upload Videos to Reddit on PC
You can also post videos to Reddit communities from your PC as well. Follow the steps mentioned below:
1. Launch Reddit on any browser on your PC.
2. Click the + icon at the top, next to the Search Reddit bar.
3. Move to the Image & Video tab, and click on Upload.
4. Upload the video and add the Title in the Title field.
5. Move to the Post tab to add the body caption as preferred.
6. Click on the downward pointing arrow next to Choose a community and search for the one in which you want to post it.
Note: You can also add Flair, Spoiler, OC, and NSFW if you wish to.
- OC is Original Content to indicate to the community members that it is your original video.
- Spoiler includes important parts and elements of the video.
- NSFW refers to Not Safe for Work that can be used in case the video contains explicit content.
- Flair: It is basically a tag or category. Whether to add it or not depends on the rules set by the subreddit community.
7. Lastly, click on Post to upload it to the Subreddit community.
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How to Post Videos on Reddit using Imgur
Imgur provides a platform for easy image sharing and hosting across its online community and various social media platforms and forums. You can directly upload videos from Imgur on Reddit. Follow the steps mentioned below:
1. Launch Imgur and navigate to the Video post you want to share on Reddit.
2. Click on the Share icon and choose Reddit.
You will be redirected to the Reddit new post page. The Imgur link will already be there in the Link tab.
3. Add the Title, Choose a community and finally click on Post.
Now members of the Subreddit community can watch the video through the link directly on Imgur.
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Why There Is No Sound on My Reddit Videos
Often Redditors assume it to be a glitch when they do not hear any sound after uploading a video on the platform. However, it is not that the video lacks any audio. By default, Reddit mutes videos, and to listen to them, you have to enable it. Click or tap on the audio icon with an X mark next to it.
1. Reddit also mutes videos on NSFW communities. So, make sure it is not an NSFW video.
2. Some subreddits exclude sound on videos. Thus, such sounds get automatically removed. In such cases, you can upload on video on third-party platforms such as YouTube and post its link on Reddit.
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Now that you know how to upload videos on Reddit, it’s time you get your content in front of a wider audience. If you have any queries or suggestions for us, do let us know in the comments box below. For such tips and tricks, stay connected to TechCult.
