Does Webflow support YouTube Shorts for the Video Link in the CMS, as it is not working for me?

Webflow does support YouTube videos in the CMS, including YouTube Shorts. However, it's essential to ensure that you are inputting the correct video link and implementing it correctly on your site.

Firstly, make sure you're using the right embed code and not just the regular YouTube URL. To generate an embed code for a YouTube video, follow these steps:

1. Go to the YouTube video page.
2. Click on the "Share" button below the video.
3. In the popup window, choose the "Embed" tab.
4. Copy the entire code provided.

Once you have the embed code, you can paste it into a Rich Text Field or a plain text field in your Webflow CMS.

Remember that when adding a YouTube video to the CMS, it's crucial to use the custom embed code option rather than the default video field. This way, you'll be able to insert the entire embed code, including the iframe tags.

If you're still experiencing issues with YouTube Shorts or embedding other YouTube videos, make sure to check the following:

1. Ensure that the embed code is not modified and is correctly pasted into the custom embed field.
2. Check if the video is set as public on YouTube, as private videos may not work when embedded on your site.
3. Verify if you have enabled embedding on your YouTube channel's settings. Sometimes, restrictions on your YouTube account can prevent videos from being embedded.
4. Attempt to embed the YouTube video in a different CMS item or a different page to see if the issue persists.

If you've tried all these steps and the problem still persists, reaching out to Webflow support would be the best course of action. They can investigate the issue further and provide tailored assistance based on your specific scenario.

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