How to Add Videos to Posts on Hootsuite
- George Apostolov
How to Add Videos to Posts on Hootsuite: step-by-step guide
Inside Hootsuite's Composer panel, head over to the Your Post section and click the 'Add Media' icon right below the text box.
Tap 'Upload From Your Computer' and select the video file you want to add. Alternatively, click 'Media Library' instead if you wish to use a video file from previous imports.
After completing these steps, the selected video file will be added to your Hootsuite post. Click the 'Play' button to check and review the media.
Quick answer: To add videos to posts in Hootsuite, open the Composer panel, click the Add Media icon in the Your Post section, and upload a file from your computer or select one from the Media Library. Finally, review your video by clicking the Play button.
About this Hootsuite tutorial
Upload and attach video files to your social media posts using Hootsuite Composer and review them instantly before publishing. This guide shows how to add Videos to Posts on Hootsuite in 3 steps, starting with "Inside Hootsuite's Composer panel, head over to the Your Post section and click the 'Ad..." and finishing with "After completing these steps, the selected video file will be added to your Hootsuite p...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Hootsuite 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 Posts on Hootsuite?
3 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 Hootsuite data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Hootsuite. Related guides: How to Auto-Share RSS Content via Hootsuite, How to Change the Email Address in Hootsuite and How to Change the Language Settings in Hootsuite. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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