How to Embed a Video into Your Website

Introduction

One of the most effective ways to convey information on a website is through videos. In this tutorial, you will learn how to embed a video from a video hosting service like YouTube or Vimeo into your website. We'll be using the YouTube platform as an example.

Step 1: Find the Video

Go to the video hosting service (e.g., YouTube) and find the video you want to embed on your website.


Step 2: Locate the Share Button

Once you have found the video, click on the "Share" button below the video player. This will open the sharing options.


Step 3: Click on the Embed Option

In the sharing options, click on the "Embed" option. This will reveal the video's embed code.


Step 4: Copy the Embed Code

Copy the entire embed code provided in the text box.


Step 5: Insert the Embed Code

Open your website's HTML file using a text editor, and locate the section of the page where you want to embed the video. Paste the copied embed code into that section of your HTML file.


Step 6: Save and Preview

Save the changes you made to the HTML file. Open the HTML file in your web browser to preview the video embedded on your website.


Step 7: Video Embedded Successfully!

Congratulations! You have successfully embedded a video from a video hosting service into your website. Visitors can now watch the video directly on your site.