Video Timestamp Link Generator

Create shareable links that start videos at a specific time. Supports YouTube, Vimeo, Dailymotion, and Facebook with a live thumbnail preview.

Live Timestamp Preview
00:00:00
Video thumbnail will appear here
Video Thumbnail Preview
*Thumbnail shows the video cover, not the specific second.
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Why Use This Multi-Platform Timestamp Generator?

Sharing precise moments in video content is crucial for effective communication. This free tool simplifies the process of creating deep-linked timestamps across the world's most popular video platforms. Instead of asking viewers to manually scrub through a video, you can generate a clean URL that launches the video exactly at the desired second.

Our tool supports YouTube, Vimeo, Dailymotion, and Facebook. We've included a live thumbnail preview feature so you can visually confirm you are working with the correct video before sharing. While the timestamp link will start the video at your exact chosen time, please note that the thumbnail preview displays the video's official cover art to ensure the correct video is identified.

Designed for speed and privacy, this utility runs entirely in your browser. We do not store your links or track your usage. The generated links are standard URLs that work on both desktop and mobile devices.

Example of Usage

Scenario: Share a YouTube highlight at 1m 30s.
1. Select "YouTube" and paste URL.
2. Verify the thumbnail appears.
3. Set Minutes to 1, Seconds to 30.
4. Click "Generate".
5. Result: Link starts exactly at 01:30.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does the thumbnail show the exact second I selected?

Not exactly. Due to security and technical restrictions by video platforms, we cannot fetch a specific frame for every second without a backend server. The preview shows the video's high-quality cover art (thumbnail) so you can confirm you have the right video. The generated link, however, will start the video exactly at your chosen time.

Why doesn't the Facebook thumbnail show up?

Facebook has strict security policies that prevent external websites from fetching video thumbnails without a verified app and backend server. Therefore, we show a placeholder for Facebook, but the timestamp link generation still works perfectly.

Are the generated links permanent?

Yes, as long as the original video remains public on the platform, the timestamped link will continue to work.