YouTube Clip Generator
Generate shareable clips from YouTube videos
YouTube Clip Generator
Generate shareable timestamps and embed URLs for specific moments inside any YouTube video. No download, no re-upload — just clean links and focused clips.
Enter a valid YouTube URL or video ID with start/end times to generate clip links and preview the selected segment.
Generate YouTube Clip Timestamps & Embed Links in Seconds
Create shareable YouTube clip timestamps and embed URLs by specifying a start and end time. Perfect for highlighting key moments from podcasts, tutorials, webinars, and more — without downloading or re-uploading the video.
Works with YouTube URLs & IDs
Paste a full YouTube URL or the 11-character video ID. The tool automatically extracts the video and builds clip links for you.
Flexible Time Formats
Define clip ranges using HH:MM:SS, MM:SS, or even just seconds. The tool converts everything into proper YouTube-compatible timestamps.
Share & Embed Ready
Instantly preview the selected clip, copy the share URL, or use the embed link in blogs, LMS platforms, or internal portals.
What is a YouTube Clip Generator?
This tool helps you generate precise time-based links into any YouTube video. Instead of sharing a full 2-hour stream, you can point your audience directly to the 30-second moment that matters using timestamps and embed URLs.
It's ideal for content creators, educators, social media managers, support teams, and editors who regularly reference specific sections of long videos — without editing, re-encoding, or downloading the original content.
Originality & Depth – Why This Clip Tool Stands Out
- Timestamp-first workflow – built specifically for deep-linking into long-form videos, webinars, and podcasts.
- Multi-format time parsing – supports HH:MM:SS, MM:SS, and seconds, so you can work with whatever format you’re used to.
- Dual output – generates both a viewer-friendly share URL and an embed-friendly URL for iframes or platforms that take embed links.
- Preview-first UX – lets you visually confirm that you clipped the right segment before sending it to users, students, or clients.
- Non-destructive – it never touches the source file, so there's zero risk of altering or duplicating the actual video asset.
How To Use the YouTube Clip Timestamp Generator
- Paste the video – enter a full YouTube URL or just the 11-character video ID into the input field.
- Set the start time – define the moment you want the clip to begin using HH:MM:SS, MM:SS, or seconds.
- Optionally set an end time – specify where the clip should stop. If left blank, YouTube will play from the start time onwards.
- Generate links – click the "Generate" button to create both a shareable URL and an embed URL for the defined range.
- Preview and copy – review the clip in the built-in player and copy either URL into your LMS, blog, docs, or chat.
Value Proposition – Where This Tool Adds Real Leverage
Instead of scrubbing through timelines and sending vague "watch from 32:14" messages, you get precise, clickable timestamps that save time for both you and your audience.
- Faster collaboration and reviews for long-form content.
- Cleaner educational content with direct links to explanations.
- Higher engagement by skipping straight to the interesting part.
- Improved documentation and support tickets with exact video references.
- No editing software or rendering time required.
Common Use Cases
- Sharing key highlights from webinars or live streams
- Pointing students to a specific explanation in a lecture
- Embedding a focused segment of a long tutorial in documentation
- Referencing exact quote moments in podcasts or interviews
- Creating timestamped links for social media or community discussions
FAQ – YouTube Clip Timestamp Tool
1. Does this tool download or cut the original video?
No. It only generates YouTube-compatible links and embed URLs that start (and optionally end) at the times you choose. Playback always happens via YouTube's official player.
2. Which time formats can I use?
You can use HH:MM:SS, MM:SS, or just SS (seconds). The tool converts each format into seconds under the hood for consistent timestamps.
3. Why is the "clip" not perfectly enforced at the end time?
YouTube supports starting points reliably and in many contexts supports an end parameter for embeds. However, behavior can vary by platform, device, and YouTube changes over time. Always test important clips before sharing widely.
4. Can I use this for any YouTube video?
You can generate timestamps and embed links for publicly accessible videos, but you should always respect YouTube's terms, licensing, and the creator's rights when sharing or embedding content.
5. Does this tool affect my channel or analytics?
No. The clip URLs simply deep-link into your existing videos. Views, watch time, and engagement still count on the original video as usual.
Privacy: All URL and timestamp processing is done locally in your browser. No video URLs, IDs, or timestamps are stored or sent to a backend by this tool.
Disclaimer: You are responsible for following YouTube's Terms of Service, community guidelines, and copyright rules when sharing or embedding clips created with these links.