Hello everyone!

I hope you all are doing well and enjoying your life with Peace and positivity.
Recently I faced very confusing problem related to video submissions on Steemit especially for contests that require video to be post via “Speak on Steem”. I thought of sharing my complete experience from confusion to the final solution so no one else struggles the way I did

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The Problem I Faced

It all started when I saw the rule for SLC-S25 (Steemit Learners Contest - Season 25). In the rules it was clearly written that if we post video via “Speak on Steem” we will get +1.5 points which is big deal for contest participants.

I got excite and decided to make video and post it in the correct way. But here where the trouble began.

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My Google Search Failed

I searched on Google:
“How to post video via Speak on Steem”
“Speak on Steem video submission”
“Steemit video platform”

Unfortunately I get completely unrelated results I land on some old Steemit links YouTube tutorials and even some random blog post but none of them help me find the exact platform Where I was suppose to publish the Video.

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I Asked for Help. But Got None

I asked many of my Steemit friends for guidance. Sadly

• Some of them didn’t respond at all.
• Some gave wrong or confusing answers.
• And a few said they were also Unsure.

That was very disappointing. I almost gave up.

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Week 1 Mistake I Posted on YouTube

Since I could not find the right way I finally post my video directly on YouTube and added it to my contest post.

But when the mentor gave feedback it clearly said that posting on YouTube only was not enough I need to post my video using the official Speak on Steem platform to earn the extra point.

That when I realize I had made mistake.

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The Breakthrough I Found the Solution

After a lot of Searching I finally find this very helpful post by @alejos7ven

Post link

From that post I discovered the actual website name is not what I thought.

It is
https://speem.watch
Not “Speak on Steem” as written in the contest that was a misunderstanding.

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Important Realization

“Speak on Steem” is actually a nickname used in contests but the real platform to post videos for Steemit is:

https://speem.watch

Many people especialy new users get confuse by this. So today I am writing this step by step tutorial to help you avoid the mistake I made.

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Step-by-Step Guide to Post Your Video on Speem.watch

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Step 1: Record & Edit Your Video

First created your video. You can record using

• Mobile Camera
• Laptop Webcam
• OBS Studio (free software)

After recording edit your video to make it clear and engaging.

I used Camtasia Studio 8 to add background music and text to my video.

Other free options:

• Shotcut
• Filmora
• VN Editor (Mobile)

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Step 2: Upload Video to YouTube

Before uploading make sure you have a YouTube channel.

If you don’t know how to create a YouTube channel here a helpful video tutorial
How to Make a YouTube Channel

To upload:

• Click on the Upload button
• Choose your video from your PC or phone
• Fill in the details

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Step 3: Add Title and Description

• Choose a clear title
• Write a meaningful description with:
  • Contest name
  • Brief explanation of the video
  • Your Steemit username
  • Tags

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Step 4: Set a Thumbnail

• Select a frame from your video or upload custom thumbnail.
• A good thumbnail increases the chance people will click your video.

Tip: Used Canva.com to Create attractive thumbnail for free

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Step 5: Monetization (Optional)

If your channel is eligible & monetize turn so on the monetization.

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Step 6: Set Video Visibility

• You can select Unlisted (so only those with the link can view).
• After posted to Speem you can switch it to Public.

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Step 7: Open Speem.watch Website

This is the official platform for submitting Steemit videos.

Visit: https://speem.watch
Bookmark this link for future use.

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Step 8: Login with Steemit Credentials

• Click on Login
• Enter your Steemit username
• Enter your Private Posting Key ( Do NOT use your Active Key)

If you don’t know where to find your posting key:
Visit https://steemitwallet.com → Login → Keys & Permissions.

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Step 9: Click on Upload

Once logged in:

• Click on the Upload button on the homepage.

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Step 10: Paste YouTube Link

• Go back to your uploaded YouTube video
• Copy the full video link (e.g. https://youtu.be/AYKecth_ijk?si=XexyLAuxlBA-kQuX)
• Paste it into the Speem form

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Step 11: Add Video Information

• Write the same title as your YouTube video
• Paste your description
• Select your thumbnail again

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Step 12: Select Tags

• Add any tags related to your video topic
• Important: Do NOT remove the default tag #steemvideo

This tag is used to track your video for contests and curation.

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Step 13: Click Post

Click the Post button.

Boom Your video is now live on Speem.watch and eligible for full contest points.

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I wrote this guide from my personal experience. I know how frustrating it is when you don’t find the right platform and no one helps you properly. That why I took the time to share this with full details and screenshots. I hope it helps every Steemian especially new members who want to grow and participate in contests.

If you find this guide helpful:

• Leave a comment
• Resteem this post
• Share it with your Steemit friends

If you still have any confusion or need video help just comment below I will reply as soon as possible.