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Uploading Basics

Can I upload any kind of video I want?

Well, no. Certain content is not permitted on Planet Vimeo. Take a spin through our Guidelines for a breakdown of what is and isn’t welcomed here.

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I have the largest collection of Simpsons videos on the planet, can I upload them all to Vimeo?

You can upload only videos that you have created, or participated closely in the creation of. Are you Matt Groening? If not, you better keep those episodes to yourself, pal. Our moderators will promptly remove any ripped TV shows or movies.

We enforce this policy very strictly. For more uploading rules, please read our Guidelines.

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Why are the Community Guidelines so strict?

We want Vimeo to be a healthy, positive environment for people to share their videos. Please show respect for your fellow members and for the glorious art of videomaking by following our Guidelines.

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Which browser does Vimeo recommend for uploading?

Although Vimeo supports all major browsers, we recommend using a browser that supports our Advanced Uploader. The Advanced Uploader uses proven technology to prevent uploads from failing even if your Internet connection is slow or intermittent. You can also pause and resume your uploads with the Advanced Uploader if you lose your connection.

These browsers currently support Vimeo's Advanced Uploader:

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Can I upload videos in HD?

Yes, as long as they fit within your upload quota. Standard HD resolution is 1280x720, but videos, like burritos, come in all different shapes and sizes. Vimeo uses the overall area of the video to determine whether or not a HD version will be created. If the area of your video is greater than 700x700 (490000 pixels square), an HD version of your video will be generated. You can watch exporting tutorials for Vimeo and read our recommended compression settings here.

Our servers start by making a standard quality version of your video so your viewers have something to watch while we generate the HD version.

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Is Vimeo HD the same as HDTV?

Vimeo presents HD in the 720p format, exactly the same resolution (1280×720) used by major broadcast, cable, and satellite networks.

Vimeo Plus and PRO members can also upload and display videos in 1080p.

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Can you recommend some encoding settings for HD?

We sure can! You can watch exporting tutorials for Vimeo and read our full recommended compression settings here.

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Does Vimeo support 1080p HD?

1080p footage will be downscaled to 720p by default.

However, Plus and PRO members have the option to upload and display footage at 1920x1080. This option can be found in the Video File tab on the Video Settings page. Please keep in mind that some older computers and mobile devices cannot properly run or display footage at such high resolutions. Because they are ancient and weak.

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Should I deinterlace before I upload?

It's almost always a good idea. If you're outputting 1080i, deinterlace and resize to 1280×720 before you upload. If your final outcome is a progressive medium (web, HDTVs, Blu-Ray, etc.) you might want to deinterlace before you even start editing.

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What happens when I upload an anamorphic (non-square pixels) video?

All videos uploaded to Vimeo will be converted to square pixels. Regardless of format, all videos will be displayed at the correct aspect ratio.

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How much can I upload to my Basic account?

As a Basic member, you can upload up to 500MB of video per week. Upload space is refreshed every seven days.

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How much can I upload to my Plus account?

As a Plus member, you can upload up to 5GB of video per week. Upload space is refreshed every seven days.

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How much can I upload to my PRO account?

As a PRO member, you can upload up to 20GB of video per week. Upload space is refreshed every seven days.

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What types of video files does Vimeo allow?

Check out our Compression Guidelines for the best advice on making your videos upload smoothly.

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What is compression? How do I compress my videos for Vimeo?

Compressing a video reduces its file size, resulting in a faster upload and buttery smooth playback online. It's basically magic. We highly recommend compressing your video to ensure that it looks its absolute handsomest on Vimeo.

Please visit our handy Compression Guidelines to learn how to compress your videos for Vimeo.

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Can I add information about my video while it uploads?

You bet! While your video uploads, you can add a title, description, and tags as well as credits for any people who appear in your video or helped you make it.

From the Privacy tab, you can set your desired level of keep-it-on-the-DLness for your new video, and under the Collections tab, you can add your video to any of your Channels or Groups. Go to the Embed tab to finesse your embedding settings, and under Advanced you can add pictures from Flickr or Picasa, create a custom URL for your video, and apply a Creative Commons License. Just make sure to save your changes after all the customizing!

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Can I upload more than one video at a time?

Yes! You can upload up to 5 files at a time as long as they don't exceed your weekly upload quota.
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Can I upload a video with any aspect ratio I want?

We do our best to accommodate any aspect ratio that you upload. However, there is no guarantee your video will look correct or play properly if you upload a particularly unusual aspect ratio, like 17:234.

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Other sites have HD video. Why should I use Vimeo?

Because Vimeo is pretty cool.

These days, HD is becoming more and more common. What sets us apart are our amazing features and supportive community. You're not going to find a bunch of TV clips or video ads on Vimeo, but you will find creative films and friendly people that you won't find anywhere else. Add to that an uncluttered design, tons of privacy options, great embedding features, amazing Channels and Groups for all sorts of interests, and friendly staff members you can actually communicate with. So you tell us, why wouldn't you join Vimeo?

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