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How to Get a YouTube Video URL

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Easiest Method: Browser Extension

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Our browser extension adds an "Analyze with BrightClips" button directly on YouTube pages. Just click the button while watching any video - no copy-pasting needed!

  • One-click analysis from any YouTube page
  • No manual URL copying or pasting
  • Free & takes 5 seconds to install
Tip: If you prefer the traditional method or don't use Chrome, see the manual URL methods below.

Manual URL Methods

If you don't have the extension installed, you can still analyze videos by copying the URL manually

On Desktop/Laptop

1Copy from Browser Address Bar

The easiest method - simply copy the URL directly from your browser's address bar at the top of the window.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQw4w9WgXcQ

2Right-Click on Video

Right-click directly on the video player and select "Copy video URL" from the menu.

3Use the Share Button

Click the "Share" button below the video, then click "Copy" to copy the URL to your clipboard.

On Mobile

1Use the Share Button

Tap the "Share" button below the video (arrow icon), then select "Copy link" from the share menu.

2Copy from Address Bar

Tap the address bar at the top, then long-press and select "Copy" to copy the URL.

Accepted URL Formats

BrightClips.ai accepts both standard and shortened YouTube URL formats:

Standard Format:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIDEO_ID

Shortened Format:

https://youtu.be/VIDEO_ID

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Copy a YouTube URL using the methods above, then paste it into BrightClips.ai to get instant insights.

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