How do I get an embed code for a Kaltura video?

This guide helps you get an embed code from your Kaltura video for embedding outside of Canvas.

Quick Links: | Prerequisites | Instructions | Troubleshooting |

Embedding multimedia content directly into webpages enriches user engagement and provides a seamless learning experience. This guide will help you obtain an embed code for your Kaltura video for fast and secure embedding outside of Kaltura and Canvas. This approach is beneficial for members of the campus community looking to enhance their digital content with video.

Prerequisites

To generate an embed code for a video, you'll need the following:

• A video uploaded to Kaltura. Need a video? See our create media in Kaltura guides.

Step-by-Step Instructions

To obtain the embed code for your Kaltura video, do the following:

1. Navigate to media.csuchico.edu, then select My Media to view your personal media content.
2. Find the video you wish to embed and select its title to open the video details page.
3. Select Share, then Embed. This will display the embed code for your video.
4. Right-click on the code in the box and choose Copy to copy the embed code to your clipboard.
   

With this embed code, you can embed your video anywhere embeds are supported.

Troubleshooting

• Embed Code Not Working: Ensure the embed code was copied in full without any missing parts. If issues persist, verify the place you're embedding the content allows external embeds.
• Playback Issues on Canvas: Check the video's privacy settings in Kaltura. The video may be set to private or restricted, preventing playback.

Still need help? Reach out to the Technology & Learning Program for further assistance.