How to Embed Panopto Videos on Shopify: A Simple Guide with EmbedAny

Are you looking to showcase Panopto videos on your Shopify store? Whether you want to display educational content, training videos, or lecture recordings, adding Panopto videos can make your store more informative and engaging. This guide will walk you through the simple process of embedding Panopto videos on your Shopify store using EmbedAny.

What is Panopto?

Panopto is a video platform that specialises in video content management, recording, and streaming. It’s widely used in educational institutions and businesses for lecture capture, training videos, and knowledge sharing.

Why Embed Panopto Videos on Your Shopify Store?

• Enhanced Product Education: Show detailed tutorials about your products
• Training Content: Provide educational videos for customers
• Visual Engagement: Keep visitors on your site longer with rich media content
• Better Shopping Experience: Help customers make informed purchase decisions

How to Embed Panopto Videos on Shopify

Step 1: Install EmbedAny on Your Shopify Store

1. Visit EmbedAny on the Shopify App Store
2. Click “Add app” and follow the installation instructions
3. Activate the app on your store

Step 2: Get Your Panopto Video Link

1. Go to your Panopto account
2. Find the video you want to embed
3. Click the “Share” button on the video
4. Copy the video link to your clipboard

Step 3: Add the Panopto Link to Your Shopify Store

1. Go to the page or product where you want to embed the video
2. Paste the Panopto link into your content editor
3. Important: Italicise the link by selecting it and clicking the italic button (or using Ctrl+I / Cmd+I)
4. Save your changes

That’s it! EmbedAny will automatically detect the Panopto link and transform it into an interactive video player on your page.

Where Can You Embed Panopto Videos?

• Product descriptions
• Blog posts
• Custom pages
• Collections
• Anywhere you can add and edit text!

Tips for Using Panopto Videos on Your Store

• Use videos that clearly demonstrate your products in action
• Keep videos concise and focused on key information
• Include educational content that adds value for your customers
• Place videos strategically where they enhance the shopping experience

Troubleshooting

If your Panopto video isn’t displaying correctly:

• Make sure you’ve italicised the link properly
• Verify that the Panopto link is public and shareable
• Confirm that EmbedAny is properly installed and activated

Adding Panopto videos to your Shopify store is an excellent way to enhance your content and provide more value to your customers. With EmbedAny, the process is straightforward and requires no technical skills.