How to Share a YouTube Video at a Specific Time?
There is nothing worse than sending a friend a 45-minute video and telling them, "skip to 22:15, it's hilarious." Our YouTube Timestamp Link Generator automatically formats your URL so the video starts playing exactly where you want it to.
- Paste the Link: Copy any YouTube URL (from your browser or the mobile app's "Share" button) and paste it into the URL box.
- Enter the Start Time: Type in the exact hours, minutes, and seconds where the video should begin playing.
- Generate & Copy: Click generate. We will add the correct URL parameters (like
?t=22m15s) to your link. Copy it and send it to your friends or post it on social media!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How do YouTube timestamp links work?
YouTube URLs accept a specific time parameter added to the end of the link. For a standard youtube.com/watch?v=ID link, the parameter looks like &t=1h5m20s or simply the total amount of seconds &t=3920s. For the shorter mobile youtu.be/ID format, it uses a question mark instead (?t=1h5m20s). Our tool handles these formatting rules automatically.
Does this work on mobile phones?
Yes! When someone clicks your generated timestamp link on their smartphone, the YouTube app will intercept the link and instantly start playing the video at the exact second you specified.
Can I set an end time so the video stops playing?
Unfortunately, no. While you can dictate exactly when a video starts using standard YouTube links, standard share URLs do not support a "stop" or "end time" parameter. The video will continue playing from your start point until the end.