How to Upload Videos to Vimeo: A Step-by-Step Guide

ByJim Miller

Vimeo is not just another video-sharing platform like YouTube. It caters more to enterprise and business customers, allowing them to promote their brand effectively. If you're looking to upload videos on Vimeo, whether on desktop or mobile, there are a few things you need to know. In this guide, we'll walk you through the process of uploading videos to Vimeo and provide you with some essential tips to make the most out of this platform.

Upload Quota and Storage Limits on Vimeo

Unlike YouTube, Vimeo offers various plans to choose from, such as Basic, Plus, Pro, Business, and premium. Each plan comes with different upload quotas, storage limits, account customization options, and analytics. The basic plan is free and provides 5GB of total storage, a 500MB weekly upload quota, and a maximum of 10 videos per day. However, if you have long-term goals and require more features, it's recommended to choose a subscription plan.

The Plus and Pro plans cost $7 and $20 per month, respectively, and offer 5GB and 20GB upload quotas per week. There is no storage limit for these plans, and you can also customize the player and turn your account into a team account.

For unlimited weekly upload quotas, you can opt for the Business and Premium plans, which cost $50 and $75 per month, respectively. Although there are still storage limits (5TB and 7TB), the Premium plan also provides unlimited live streaming support. All plans come with a 7-day free trial.

File Formats Supported By Vimeo

Vimeo supports various video file formats such as MP4, MOV, WMV, AVI, and FLV. However, it's important to note that Vimeo only supports video formats and does not allow the upload of images or audio files. It's also recommended to compress your video before uploading it to Vimeo to optimize the upload process and storage usage.

How to Upload a Video on Vimeo on Desktop

To upload a video on Vimeo using a web browser, follow these steps:

  1. Open the Vimeo website and log in to your account.
  2. Hover over the “New video” button at the top right corner and select “Upload.”
  3. Drag and drop the video from your local storage or choose to upload from cloud storage services like Google Drive, Dropbox, Box, or OneDrive.
  4. While uploading, you can add a title, description, privacy settings, tags, and other details.
  5. Click “Save” when you're done.

Please note that the upload process may take a few minutes to hours, depending on the video's size. Subscribing to a plan can reduce the waiting time. Once the upload is complete, you'll find the video in your profile under the Videos section.

How to Upload a Video on Vimeo on iOS and Android

To upload a video on Vimeo using the iOS or Android app, follow these steps:

For iOS:

  1. Download the Vimeo app from the App Store, open it, and log in to your account.
  2. Tap the plus icon (+) on the homepage's bottom bar.
  3. Select “Upload” and choose a video from your local storage or record a new video.
  4. Trim the video, add a title, description, and other details.
  5. Tap “Upload” to upload the video.

For Android:

  1. Download the Vimeo app from the Google Play Store, open it, and log in to your account.
  2. On the homepage, select the “Upload” option in the bottom bar.
  3. Grant storage permission to the app.
  4. Select the video from your local storage to upload.
  5. Add a title, description, tags, adjust privacy settings, and click “Done” to upload the video.

How to Upload a Video to a Team Account on Vimeo

If you have a subscription plan (Pro or above), you can invite team members to your Vimeo account and convert it into a team account. A pro member can add up to 3 team members, while a premium user can add up to 10 team members. To add a team member, go to your profile settings, select “Account,” then “Manage team,” and click the “+Add team member” button.

To upload a video to a team account, open the Vimeo app or website and go to the upload page. Below the “Choose file” button, you'll find a team switcher. Select the account you want to upload to and continue the upload process as usual.

How to Replace an Uploaded Video on Vimeo

Vimeo allows you to replace an old video with a new one without losing any shared links or previous promotion. To replace a video on Vimeo:

  1. Go to your Vimeo profile and select “Videos” from the dropdown menu.
  2. Find the video you want to replace and click the three-dot menu.
  3. Choose the “Replace” option.
  4. Select the new video file from your file manager and confirm the replacement.

Replacing a video on Vimeo will retain the same title, description, and link. However, please note that the replaced video will still consume your weekly upload quota and storage limit.

Uploading Videos on Vimeo

Now that you know how to upload videos on Vimeo, you can make the most out of this platform to showcase your content. Remember to compress your videos before uploading, choose a suitable plan based on your needs, and consider using Vimeo's team account feature if you're collaborating with others. Vimeo offers a range of features and plans to cater to different types of users, making it a great platform for promoting your brand, business, or creative work.