Share private access to large video files
Large videos often exceed email limits or force recipients to download big files. Instead of attaching the file, upload once and grant specific people private access so they can stream the recording online or watch it on Roku without creating extra copies.
What to know
- Upload a large video once and grant private streaming access instead of emailing the file.
- Invite viewers by email and revoke access when needed to maintain control.
- Organize related recordings into Collections for easy sharing and replay.
- Invited viewers can stream in a browser or watch via the Roku app without downloads.
- Private-by-default sharing avoids public feeds, comments, and ad placements.
Why emailing large videos causes problems
Email attachments and repeated file transfers create extra copies, can exceed inbox limits, and consume recipients’ storage. Compressing reduces quality and sending downloads is inconvenient for viewers who just want to watch.
How private access sharing works
Upload the recording once, invite viewers by email, and let invited people stream the video in a browser or on Roku. Access is private by default and can be revoked. Sharing a link doesn’t duplicate the original file for each recipient.
Organize recordings and watch on TV
Group related videos into Collections (for events, training, or seasons) and invite people to the whole set. Invited viewers can browse shared Collections in a web player or in the ClosedCast Roku app for a TV-friendly playback experience.
Frequently asked questions
Will invited viewers need to download the video file?
No — invited viewers can stream the video online or watch it on Roku without downloading the original file.
Can I share more than one recording at once?
Yes — you can organize related recordings into a Collection and invite viewers to the entire set.
How do I control who can watch a video?
Invite specific people by email and revoke access when you want to stop their access; uploaded videos are private by default.
Will shared videos be visible to the public?
Shared recordings are private by default and not published to a public feed, so they won’t appear publicly or have comments or ads around them.