YouTube Timestamp Link Generator - Start Video at Specific Time

Our tool supports all common YouTube URL formats:

• Standard watch URLs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQw4w9WgXcQ
• Shortened URLs: https://youtu.be/dQw4w9WgXcQ
• Embedded URLs: https://www.youtube.com/embed/dQw4w9WgXcQ
• Mobile URLs: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=dQw4w9WgXcQ
• YouTube Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/VIDEO_ID
• With existing timestamps: https://youtu.be/dQw4w9WgXcQ?t=120 (we'll replace the timestamp)
• With other parameters: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQw4w9WgXcQ&list=...

We automatically extract the video ID from any of these formats and create a clean timestamped link.

Yes! YouTube Shorts work with timestamps, but there are some important considerations:

• Shorts are vertical: Maximum 60 seconds in length
• Timestamp accuracy: You can set timestamps for any point within the Short
• Mobile optimization: Timestamped Shorts links work best on mobile devices
• Format support: Use either youtube.com/shorts/VIDEO_ID or standard youtu.be/VIDEO_ID format

Example Shorts URL: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/dQw4w9WgXcQ?t=15

Note: Some older devices or apps might not support timestamps on Shorts, but most modern platforms do.

Yes, timestamps work across most platforms:

• YouTube Mobile App: Full support (opens at specified time)
• Mobile Browsers: Full support (Chrome, Safari, Firefox)
• Desktop Browsers: Full support (all major browsers)
• Smart TVs: Most modern smart TVs support timestamps
• Gaming Consoles: PlayStation, Xbox YouTube apps support timestamps
• Embedded Players: Timestamps work in embedded players on websites

Platform-specific notes:

• iOS: Works perfectly in YouTube app and Safari
• Android: Works in YouTube app and all browsers
• Windows/Mac: Works in all desktop browsers
• Some exceptions: Very old devices or outdated apps may not support timestamps

Yes, but you need to create separate links for each timestamp. Here's how to effectively use multiple timestamps:

• Create chapter markers: Make separate links for each chapter or section
• Educational content: Link to specific lessons, examples, or explanations
• Product reviews: Link to specific features, pros/cons, or conclusions
• Music videos: Link to chorus, verse, bridge, or solo sections

Best practices for multiple timestamps:

• Label each link clearly (e.g., "Introduction - 0:00", "Tutorial - 2:30", "Conclusion - 9:45")
• Use our tool to quickly generate each link by adjusting the time
• Consider creating a timestamp index in video descriptions or comments
• For creators: YouTube's built-in chapter feature is better for internal navigation

While you can't create a single link with multiple jump points, you can create and organize multiple timestamped links for the same video.