Turn any video into a shareable URL
Drop an MP4, MOV, AVI, WMV, FLV, WebM, or MKV file into the uploader and get a permanent link in seconds. No signup, no compression, no watermarks. Files up to 500MB go through as-is, and the URL you get back keeps working indefinitely, unlike Streamable’s 90-day free cap or services that quietly expire content after 30 days.
The link is just text, so you can paste it into email, Slack, WhatsApp, a Notion doc, or a tweet. Recipients click and watch in the browser. No downloads, no app installs, no codec roulette.
ChatGPT can’t do this. It has no file storage and can’t host media or mint a permanent URL. You need a hosted uploader, which is what this page is.
- MP4, MOV, AVI, WMV, FLV, WebM, MKV
- Up to 500MB per file
- No re-encoding, original quality preserved
- Permanent URL, no expiration
- Works on iOS, Android, desktop, every major browser
- HTTPS/TLS 1.3 on upload, GDPR and CCPA compliant
How to convert video to link
- Upload the file. Drag an MP4, MOV, AVI, or any supported format from your computer or phone. Upload runs over HTTPS/TLS 1.3.
- Get the URL. The converter returns a permanent link in a few seconds. Original quality is preserved with no re-encoding.
- Share it. Paste the URL into email, a message, a social post, or an iframe. Anyone with the link can watch in-browser.
You can password-protect sensitive uploads or restrict access if the video shouldn’t be public.
Technical details
- Formats: MP4 (H.264, H.265/HEVC), MOV, AVI, WMV, FLV, WebM, MKV
- Upload: encrypted HTTPS connection, automatic virus scan before processing
- Quality: no re-encoding unless you ask for it
- Delivery: global CDN for fast playback anywhere
- Embedding: correct MIME types and CORS headers for iframe or
<video>tag use - Compatibility: plays on Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge, and every mobile browser
How it compares
| Feature | ScreenApp | Streamable | VEED.io | Descript | FlexClip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Free forever | Free (90-day limit) | $12/mo | $12/mo | Free (watermark) |
| Duration | Unlimited | 10 min (free) | 10 min (free) | Unlimited | 10 min (free) |
| Link expiration | Never | 90 days (free) | Permanent | Permanent | Permanent |
| Quality | Up to 4K | Up to 4K | 720p (free) | 720p (free) | HD with watermark |
| File size | 500MB | Unlimited (paid) | 2GB storage (free) | No limit stated | Not specified |
| Watermark | None | None | Yes (free) | 1 free/month | Yes (free) |
Streamable is fine for short-term hosting, but its free tier wipes content after 90 days. VEED and Descript are editors first and host second, so you pay $12/month for basic sharing without watermarks. FlexClip stamps its logo on free exports. If you just want a URL that keeps working, ScreenApp is free and permanent.
Who uses it
- Marketing teams sending demo reels, testimonials, and campaign cuts to clients without wrestling with attachment limits.
- Freelancers and video creators delivering final cuts or client previews as a single link.
- Remote teams sharing training recordings, all-hands replays, and onboarding videos internally.
- Educators posting lecture recordings to LMS platforms where students watch on any device.
- Social media managers hosting source files and pulling permanent URLs into scheduled posts.
The common thread: a 200MB file becomes a line of text, and that text keeps resolving to the video whether you send it today or a year from now.
Security
Uploads run over HTTPS with TLS 1.3. Files are processed in isolated containers and the original is deleted after the link is generated. Nothing you upload is used to train models or shared with third parties. The service is GDPR and CCPA compliant and keeps no IP logs.
If you’re sharing something sensitive, turn on password protection or restrict link access before you send it.
FAQ
How do I convert a video to a link?
Upload the file. You get a permanent URL back in a few seconds. Copy it, paste it wherever you want to share it. No account needed.
What formats work?
MP4, MOV, AVI, WMV, FLV, WebM, and MKV. H.264 and H.265/HEVC are both supported inside MP4 containers.
Is it actually free?
Yes. Unlimited uploads, no watermarks, no premium tier to dodge. Files up to 500MB, and the resulting links never expire.
How long does the link stay live?
Indefinitely. There’s no 30- or 90-day auto-delete like you get on free Streamable.
What’s the file size limit?
500MB per upload. Quality isn’t reduced, so a 500MB 4K clip keeps its resolution and bitrate.
Can I make the link private?
Yes. Add a password or restrict access before sharing. Anyone without the password can’t watch.
Does it work on phones?
Upload from iOS or Android, watch on anything with a browser. The generated URL doesn’t require an app.
Why can’t ChatGPT do this?
ChatGPT has no file storage and can’t host media or issue URLs. It’s a text model, not a hosting service. You need a tool that actually stores the file and serves it back over HTTP.
