Video Uploads & Content
Master the art of content creation and organization to grow your audience.
Uploading Your Content
1. The Upload Zone
Navigate to the /upload section in your Studio dashboard. You can drag and drop video files directly into the upload zone or browse your local storage.
Supported formats
MP4, WebM, MOV, AVI, MKV are all supported. For best results, upload in MP4 with H.264/H.265 codec.
2. Transcoding
Once uploaded, OikosTV automatically begins the transcoding process. This optimizes your video for high-quality playback across all devices and network conditions. You can continue browsing while this happens; we'll notify you when it's ready.
Estimated processing times:
| Resolution | Estimated time |
|---|---|
| SD (480p) | ~1 min per 10 min of video |
| HD (1080p) | ~2 min per 10 min of video |
| 4K (2160p) | ~5 min per 10 min of video |
3. Metadata & Privacy
Before publishing, provide the essential details that help viewers find your content:
- Title: Catchy and descriptive
- Description: Tell viewers what to expect
- Tags: Use relevant keywords for better searchability
- Privacy: Choose between Public (everyone), Unlisted (only those with the link), or Private (only you)
Organization & Automation
Playlists
Group your videos into themed collections. This is perfect for series, tutorials, or "Best of" compilations, making it easy for viewers to binge-watch your content.
To create a playlist:
- Go to Studio → Content → Playlists
- Click Create Playlist
- Add videos from your library
- Set visibility (public or private)
TV Schedules
Automate your channel's presence! Set up rules to schedule specific playlists for broadcast on a daily, weekday, or weekend basis. Let OikosTV handle the timing while you focus on creating.
Schedule types:
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Daily | Runs every day at the specified time |
| Weekday | Runs Monday through Friday |
| Weekend | Runs Saturday and Sunday |
Pro Tips for Success
- High Quality: Upload in 4K whenever possible to take advantage of our high-bitrate playback
- Engaging Thumbnails: Use bright, clear images with minimal text for maximum click-through rates
- Consistent Tags: Use a consistent set of tags to help the recommendation engine understand your niche
- Regular Uploads: Maintain a consistent upload schedule to grow your audience
Transcoding stuck?
If your video stays on "Transcoding..." for more than 30 minutes, check the worker logs or contact support. You can also use the dev recovery helper to mark stuck uploads as failed and retry.