Gameplay is heavy video

Capture tools record at high bitrates to avoid dropping frames, so ten minutes at 1080p and 60 frames per second can reach one or two gigabytes. A full match or a long boss attempt multiplies that. These files hit chat limits instantly and make poor email attachments.

A video host built for large files fits this well. Upload the recording as-is, or after a quick trim, and share the link anywhere your community gathers.

Clips versus long recordings

Think in two layers. A short clip, ten to thirty seconds, is the thing people share. A longer recording is the reference that proves the run or lets a coach review a match. Host both and link between them: the clip in chat, the full video in a pinned post.

From capture to shared link

  1. 1Trim the best moment from the recording with the free video trimmer if you want a short highlight.
  2. 2Upload both the clip and the full recording. Free accounts accept up to 5 GB per file.
  3. 3Give each a descriptive title with the game, the map or level and the date.
  4. 4Share the clip link in your Discord server, forum or social post. Pin the full recording for people who want context.
  5. 5Check the statistics later to see which clips people actually watch.

Where to post what

PlaceBest formatReason
Discord channelWatch linkAvoids the small file cap in chat
Forum postEmbedded playerKeeps viewers on the thread
Social postShort GIF plus linkThe GIF catches attention, the link gives the full clip
Coaching reviewFull recording linkAllows seeking to specific timestamps
Personal siteEmbed with subtitlesGood for commentary and guides

Turn clips into a small audience

People who share gameplay often end up with a following. Because views on both the watch page and the embed count towards earnings, a clip that goes round a community can pay a small amount. Rates depend heavily on the countries your viewers are in, so use the earnings calculator for a realistic estimate rather than assuming a headline figure.

Only upload gameplay you are allowed to publish. Most publishers permit this, but music in the background or footage from other players can raise rights questions.

A note on audio and rights

Game capture often mixes game sound, music and your voice into one track. If you stream licensed music while you play, the clip can raise rights questions on any platform, so record voice and game audio on separate tracks when you can and keep a clean version for sharing. Voice-over commentary is also a good reason to add subtitles, because many viewers browse with the sound off.

Keep file sizes manageable

Record at the resolution you actually want to show. The compressor can bring a monster capture down, and a poster frame from the thumbnail tool makes the link look more inviting in a post.

Related tools and guides

Video TrimmerVideo to GIF ConverterVideo CompressorVideo Thumbnail & Frame ExtractorShare large videos on Discord

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Try it with one video

Upload your latest clip and send the link to your squad. They will watch it before the match even ends.

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Frequently asked questions

Up to 5 GB per file on a free account and 20 GB on premium.

Yes, if the forum allows an iframe or HTML. Otherwise post the watch link.

Yes. Counted views earn money; see the earnings page for the rules and rates.

MP4, MKV, MOV, WebM and other common formats are accepted.