Article updated: June 19, 2025
Add images and videos to your posts
Make your posts pop by adding images or video to them. Each social network has unique image and video requirements. To add images or video when creating your post, drag files from your computer into your post or select Add media to upload your media. Learn how to create and publish posts in Hootsuite.
In Hootsuite, you have the following options when working with images and videos:
- Edit your images (crop, add filters, add alt text, or make other adjustments) right in Hootsuite. Find out how to customize your images in Hootsuite.
- Ensure your images and videos meet each social network's unique image and video requirements.
- Design visuals with Canva. With Canva in Hootsuite, you can use templates made for social media and save time bringing your ideas to life. Learn how to create eye-catching designs with Canva.
- Create content libraries to store pre-approved media assets (post templates and images) for your organization. Shared media assets make it easy for team members to publish content that's relevant and on-brand. Learn more about content libraries.
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