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YouTube Timestamp Link Generator

Paste a YouTube URL, enter a time, and instantly generate a shareable link that starts exactly where you want.

Start Time

Paste timestamps with labels below (one per line) to format description chapters:

1. Paste your URL

Supports watch, youtu.be, and Shorts links.

2. Enter a time

Use hh:mm:ss or simply type seconds.

3. Copy and share

Get a clickable link or a shareable timestamp list.

How to Create a YouTube Timestamp Link

Pick the method that fits your workflow: manual, YouTube share, or this generator.

Manual method

Add ?t=90 or &t=1m30s to the URL. This is reliable when you can edit the link directly.

YouTube share

On desktop, YouTube lets you share a link with a start time using the "Start at" checkbox or by copying the video URL at the current time.

Use this generator

Fastest option when you need a short link, a share-ready timestamp list, or batch output for descriptions.

Real-World Examples

Use timestamp links for courses, interviews, and live streams.

Online Course

Jump straight to Chapter 3 without scrubbing.

02:15:10 Course Module 3

Interview Highlight

Share the exact answer you want people to see.

12:45 Favorite workflow

Live Stream Recap

Link viewers to the main announcement.

00:32 Opening summary

Why Use Timestamp Links?

Timestamped links help viewers jump directly to the moment that matters.

Skip the scrubbing

Point people to the exact segment without forcing them to hunt through a long video.

Clearer communication

Add context in chats or comments by pairing a timestamp with a short label.

Better video organization

Build a clean list of timestamps for descriptions, recaps, or team notes.

Tips for Better Timestamp Links

Improve clarity, reduce confusion, and make your timestamp links easier to share.

Use clear labels

Add a short label like "Intro" or "Key point" for better context in comments or chat.

Stick to a clean format

The YouTube timestamp format works best as mm:ss or hh:mm:ss.

Share on any platform

Timestamp links work in messages, WhatsApp, emails, and social posts.

Timestamp Format Examples

Use these examples to understand the YouTube timestamp format and link structure.

Time input formats

  • 00:32 (mm:ss)
  • 01:15:45 (hh:mm:ss)
  • 95 (seconds)

Timestamp URL format

https://youtu.be/VIDEO_ID?t=90
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIDEO_ID&t=90

Need start and end times?

Standard timestamp links are for start times. If you need an end time, use YouTube embed player parameters like start and end in an embed URL.

Need the full workflow?

This guide explains when native YouTube sharing falls short, how timestamp URL formats work, and how to keep links clean across mobile and chat.

Timestamp 7 min read

How to Share a YouTube Video at a Specific Time

Understand the difference between YouTube's native share flow, manual timestamp parameters, and a dedicated timestamp generator.

Start with the guide Read guide →

FAQ

Common questions about timestamp links.

Yes. Copy the timestamp (like 03:12) and paste it into the time field. Add a label to generate a share text.

This tool creates a YouTube timestamp link with the t= parameter, which starts the video at the exact second you specify.

Shorts URLs are converted to the standard watch link format, so the timestamped link opens in the regular YouTube player.

Some mobile apps let you share the current timestamp directly, but it may not be available everywhere. If it is missing, generate a timestamp link here and share it from your phone.

There are apps and extensions that create timestamp links, but a browser tool is usually the fastest option when you want a quick link without installing anything.

Generate the timestamp link, then paste it directly into WhatsApp or any chat app.

Not for link creation. A timestamp link is just a URL with a time parameter, so this free tool is enough for most use cases.

Double-check the video URL and time format. If a platform strips parameters, try the short link format or paste the URL directly instead of using a preview.

The short link format is https://youtu.be/VIDEO_ID?t=90. It is compact and works well for sharing.

Yes. If the original URL includes a playlist parameter, keep the playlist checkbox enabled in Advanced options to preserve it in your timestamped link.

Yes. This tool works on mobile browsers and the copy buttons are touch-friendly.

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