How to Add Videos to Buffer Posts
- George Apostolov
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How to Add Videos to Buffer Posts: step-by-step guide
Click on the “Channels” tab and choose the social media account where you want to post.
Click on "New Post."
Enter your text, hashtags, links, or mentions.
Click the image icon or drag and drop a video into the post editor.
Click the dropdown arrow next to "Add to Queue" to reveal additional scheduling options.
Click "Share Now", "Share Next" or "Schedule Post" to publish.
Your post is now ready to go live at the selected time!
Quick answer: To add videos to your posts in Buffer, select your social media account under the Channels tab, click New Post, and enter your content. Next, click the image icon or drag and drop your video into the editor. Finally, choose your preferred scheduling option and publish your post.
About this Buffer tutorial
Upload and schedule videos seamlessly in Buffer by selecting a channel, adding media to your post, and choosing when to publish. This guide shows how to add Videos to Buffer Posts in 7 steps, starting with "Click on the 'Channels' tab and choose the social media account where you want to post" and finishing with "Your post is now ready to go live at the selected time!". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Buffer interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to add Videos to Buffer Posts?
7 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Buffer data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Buffer. Related guides: How to Balance the Content Types in Your Buffer Queue, How to Break Long-Form Content Into Buffer Posts and How to Build Social Media Calendars in Coda with Buffer. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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