Summary

Because our data shows that 95%+ of video views occur within the first 2 weeks after uploading, we’re updating how long videos can be stored on Minds for accounts on our free tier.
Beginning on May 1, new videos uploaded to Minds by accounts on our free tier can be replayed, downloaded or shared from their Minds channel for 30 days, after which they will be automatically removed from Minds.
Videos currently uploaded to Minds by accounts on our free tier that are older than 30 days will be removed from Minds on May 1. Before any archival videos are deleted, all accounts will be notified by email and will have until May 1 to download the videos to a local device. We launched a new feature to make downloading your previously uploaded videos easy.
If you want your videos stored for longer than 30 days, any account can easily upgrade to Minds+ or Minds Pro so that videos you upload are stored indefinitely on your Minds channel for as long as you have an active paid subscription.

How to Download Your Videos

To make it easier for you to save videos you previously uploaded, we have launched a new download feature to enable you to keep your videos on your local device. Here is the easiest way to do this:

Visit your channel page
Filter by content type to “Videos”
Click on the post menu for any video post that you wish to download
Select “Download” and save it to your local storage

Upgrade Your Account For Full Storage

We are extremely appreciative of everyone who supports Minds with your hard-earned money on a monthly basis with these premium memberships, and we encourage anyone who has not yet upgraded to please consider doing so. This is how Minds can become truly independent and community-powered. For just $10 per month, you can make a major difference in the fight against authoritarian overreach and help support Internet freedom, in addition to unlocking a ton of great value such as:

Ample video storage
Unlimited messages with our new secure, open source AI (stop giving your data to big tech!)
Upload audio files like music or podcasts
Upload images in chat
Receive monthly boost credits equal to the value of your subscription for free advertising
Extra reach and visibility in the Minds+ feeds and comment threads
Additional earning opportunities with monthly Supermind offers
Badges on your profile to stand out
Ability to get your channel verified
Gain access to our full community library of exclusive Minds+ content
Much more to come!

Need Additional Support? Request Assistance

If you need additional support, please email info@minds.com with the subject Video Storage Request + your username so that we can work with you individually to try and find a solution.

Thank you for your support and please reach out if you have any questions or concerns.

The Minds Team

Updating Our Video Storage Policy