Share large videos privately: stream instead of sending
When a recipient only needs to watch a video, you don’t have to send the original file. Upload the video once, grant private access to chosen people, and let them stream it online or on Roku TV. This avoids email attachment limits, repeated file transfers, and unnecessary downloads.
What to know
- Upload a large video once and share access instead of sending the file.
- Streaming preserves quality and avoids repeated large downloads or email attachments.
- Private-by-default sharing limits exposure — no public feeds, ads, or public comments.
- You can share individual videos or organized Collections with selected people.
- Invited viewers can stream online or watch on Roku TV and you can revoke access when needed.
Stream instead of sending large files
Rather than compressing or splitting a file to meet attachment limits, upload the video once and let invited viewers stream it. Streaming preserves quality, removes the need for multiple transfers, and keeps recipients from storing large copies locally.
Private sharing and access control
Keep videos private by default and share access only with selected people. You can invite specific viewers, share a single video or an organized Collection, and revoke access when needed. Private sharing removes public feeds, ads, and public comments from view.
Watch across households and on TV
Invited viewers can stream shared videos online or return to them as part of a private library. Private streaming can also be viewed on Roku TV, making it easier for family members, teams, or groups to rewatch important videos from a TV-friendly interface.
Frequently asked questions
How do invited viewers watch a shared video?
Invited viewers can stream the shared video online or watch it on Roku TV as part of a private library, so they don’t need to receive the original file.
Do I have to send the video file to everyone?
No. Upload the video once and grant private access to chosen people so they can stream it rather than downloading the full file.
Can I control who sees the video?
Yes. Videos remain private by default, you share access only with selected people, and you can revoke access if you need to.
Will shared videos appear publicly or show ads?
Shared videos are kept private and are not published to a public feed; they are presented without public comments or advertising.