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How Do I Link My Canva to YouTube?

Last updated on September 1, 2023 @ 8:25 am

As a YouTube user, you may find that you want to use the popular design tool Canva to create certain types of visuals for your channel. You may also want to link your Canva account to YouTube so that you can easily share your designs with your subscribers.

Unfortunately, linking your Canva account to YouTube is not possible. However, you can easily download your Canva videos or share your Canva designs on YouTube. In this article, we will show you how to download and share your Canva designs to YouTube in just a few simple steps.

First, you will need to log in to your Canva account. Once you are logged in, click on the “Create a design” button in the top left-hand corner of the screen and select a template for your design. In this example, we will be using the “Video” template to create a video for YouTube.

On the next page, click the “Design” tab from the left menu bar and select your preferred template from the available options. This will open the template on the canvas where you can start designing and customizing the video.

Once you have designed your video, click on the “Share” button in the top right-hand corner of the screen.

On the next menu that appears, select the “Download” option.

NOTE: Another option that you can use is the Collaboration link. Set this to “Anyone with the link” and “Can view” if you want to give your YouTube viewers access to view your design when you share its link on your YouTube account.

The next step is to select your preferred File type. In this case, since we will be downloading a video for YouTube, it is recommended to use the “MP4 Video” file type. Once done, click on the “Download” button.

After that, log in to your YouTube account. When you’re already logged in, go to your Studio Channel’s Dashboard and click on the “Upload Videos” button.

Select the Canva design file that you want to share on your YouTube account.

Once uploaded, fill up the details in the pop-up window that will appear. Simply type in the title and description of the video that you plan to share with your subscribers.

NOTE: When creating a title for your YouTube video, prioritize clarity and relevance to ensure that it clearly captures the essence of your content while incorporating targeted keywords.

Finally, set up the visibility setting of your video by choosing when to publish and who can see your video.

PRO TIP: If you are planning to share your Canva designs on your YouTube channel, be aware that there are some potential risks. First, be careful when using popular templates without customization because this can make your content appear generic, potentially leading to a lack of distinct identity for your channel. Moreover, always ensure that you have the right licenses for any images or elements you use, as copyright infringements can result in penalties or removal of your content by YouTube.

That’s all there is to it! By following these simple steps, you can easily make your Canva designs accessible on your YouTube account and share your designs with your subscribers.

So what are you waiting for? Get started today!

Dale Leydon

Dale Leydon

Sysadmin turned Javascript developer. Owner of 20+ apps graveyard, and a couple of successful ones.