How to use it
Paste the video link, type the start time as mm:ss (or h:mm:ss), and copy the link. It uses the short youtu.be format with ?t= seconds, which works in WhatsApp, Telegram, email and comments.
Where timestamp links help
- Answering questions in your comments: "It's at 6:42" with a link saves the viewer scrolling.
- Class notes and study groups — teachers sharing the exact part of a lecture.
- Social posts that point to a highlight in a long stream or podcast.
Timestamps vs chapters
Chapters are timestamps inside your description that split the video into labelled sections. Build them with the description generator.
Frequently asked questions
Does it work on Shorts?
Shorts are short and loop, so YouTube usually ignores start times on them.
Can I set an end time?
Not with a normal link. The embed code generator supports a start time for embedded players.
Do timestamp links count as views?
Yes, they open the video normally.