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YouTube Timestamp Link Generator
Create a shareable link that starts playing a YouTube video at a specific timestamp. Enter minutes and seconds.
⏱️ YouTube Timestamp Link Generator
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I share a YouTube video starting at a specific time?
Use the Softstribe Timestamp Link Generator. Paste the video URL, enter the start time in minutes and seconds, and click Generate. The tool creates a URL with the ?t= parameter (e.g. youtube.com/watch?v=ID&t=90s for 1:30). Share this link and viewers jump straight to that moment.
What is the YouTube timestamp URL format?
YouTube supports two formats: ?t=90 (90 seconds) and ?t=1m30s (1 minute 30 seconds). Both work. The Softstribe generator creates the ?t=Xs format.
Can I create a YouTube link that plays a specific clip from start to end time?
YouTube's standard ?t= parameter only sets a start time. To share a specific clip, use YouTube's built-in clip feature (available in YouTube Studio) which creates a standalone clip with defined start and end points.
Does the timestamp work for YouTube Shorts?
YouTube Shorts play as short-form content and don't typically support timestamp links since they are under 60 seconds. Timestamp links work best for regular YouTube videos.