How to Embed Youtube Video in WordPress
- George Apostolov
How to Embed Youtube Video in WordPress: step-by-step guide
Navigate to 'Posts'.
Select your preferred post that you want to embed a Youtube video.
In the WordPress editor, simply paste or 'hold the CTRL key and press C' into a new line. WordPress will automatically convert it into a video embed.
Click 'Save' to apply changes.
That's it! You have successfully embedded a Youtube video in WordPress.
Quick answer: To embed a YouTube video in WordPress, navigate to Posts and select your desired post. In the WordPress editor, paste the video link into a new line where WordPress will automatically convert it into an embed. Finally, click Save to apply your changes.
About this WordPress tutorial
Add YouTube videos to your WordPress site easily by pasting links into the editor and saving your changes. This guide shows how to embed Youtube Video in WordPress in 5 steps, starting with "Navigate to 'Posts'" and finishing with "That's it! You have successfully embedded a Youtube video in WordPress". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real WordPress interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to embed Youtube Video in WordPress?
5 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 WordPress data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under WordPress and YouTube. Related guides: How to Enable https on Wordpress, How to Export Blog Posts from Wordpress and How to Export Wordpress Media Library. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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