How to Post Twitter Videos on Discord

Sharing a great video you found on Twitter with your Discord community should be simple, but it rarely is. You paste the link, hit enter, and you're left with a plain URL that nobody wants to click. This guide will show you how to post Twitter videos on Discord so they embed properly and play directly in the chat, keeping your community engaged.

Why Is Sharing Twitter Videos on Discord So Hit-or-Miss?

A big part of building a great online community is sharing relevant, engaging content seamlessly. Few things stop a conversation dead in its tracks faster than a link that doesn't work as expected. When you share a link from one platform to another, you're relying on something called an "embed" to create a neat-looking preview that includes a title, description, and, in this case, a video player.

Unfortunately, Discord and Twitter don't always play nicely a hundred percent of the time. Due to API changes, platform updates, or just plain weirdness, the standard Twitter link often fails to generate a proper video embed in Discord. Instead of a playable clip, your friends or followers just see a bare URL. This is a poor user experience. It forces people to leave your Discord server, open a new browser tab, and wait for Twitter to load just to see what you shared. That friction is enough to make most people keep scrolling. For community managers and social media marketers, getting this right is essential for keeping conversations flowing and content accessible.

Method 1: The Quick-and-Easy Link Fix (vxtwitter / fxtwitter)

The most popular and efficient way to fix Twitter video embeds on Discord is by using a simple link modification. Think of it as a small tweak that tells Discord exactly how to display the video. This method uses community-built redirect services that are great at creating clean, reliable embeds for social platforms.

How It Works

This technique involves changing the domain in the Twitter URL. By swapping twitter.com or x.com with a different address like fxtwitter.com or vxtwitter.com, you route the link through a service that generates an embed that Discord can easily understand. The end user still sees the original tweet's content, but it's presented in a much more user-friendly package.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Find the Tweet with the Video: Go to Twitter and find the specific tweet you want to share.
2. Copy the Tweet Link: Click the share icon on the tweet and select "Copy link." Your link will look something like this:
   Original Link: https://twitter.com/YourFavoriteCreator/status/1234567890 or https://x.com/YourFavoriteCreator/status/1234567890
3. Modify the Link: Now, just make a small edit to the URL you copied.
   • Replace twitter.com with fxtwitter.com or vxtwitter.com.
   • If the link uses x.com, replace it with fixupx.com or just add vx before twitter to make vxtwitter.com. The fx trick is often the cleanest fix.
   Modified Link: https://fxtwitter.com/YourFavoriteCreator/status/1234567890
4. Paste it in Discord: Paste this new and improved link into your Discord channel.

The result? Instead of a boring URL, you'll see a perfect embed with the video ready to be played directly within Discord. Viewers can watch it, react, and reply without ever leaving the conversation. This tiny trick is a game-changer for community managers who frequently share content from X/Twitter to their Discord servers.

Method 2: Downloading the Video and Uploading It Directly

Sometimes, modifying the link isn't enough, or perhaps you want to preserve the video, add your own commentary separate from the original tweet, or compile a montage. In these cases, your best bet is to download the video file and upload it to Discord as a native file.

This method gives you complete control over the content. It's a guaranteed way to make sure the video is visible and playable, and it isn't dependent on any external embedding services working correctly. The main limitation to keep in mind is Discord's file size limit (currently 25MB for free users, and higher for Nitro subscribers).

Step-by-Step Guide to Downloading and Uploading

1. Copy the Tweet Link: Just as before, navigate to the tweet with the video and copy its URL.
2. Use a Twitter Video Downloader: There are many free options available online. Simply search for "Twitter video downloader" and choose one that looks reliable (popular options often include names like SSSTwitter, SaveTweetVid, or TwitterVideoDownloader).
3. Paste the Link and Download: On the downloader website, you'll see a field where you can paste the tweet's URL. Paste it in and click the download button. You'll usually be presented with a few options for video quality (e.g., 360p, 720p). Choose the one you want - just keep an eye on the file size if you're a non-Nitro user. Save the MP4 file to your computer or phone.
4. Upload to Discord: Open the Discord channel where you want to share the video.
   • On a desktop, you can simply drag the MP4 file from your downloads folder directly into the chat window.
   • Alternatively, click the plus (+) symbol in the chat bar and select "Upload a File." Then, find and select the video you just downloaded.
5. Add Your Context: The biggest advantage of a direct upload is the ability to frame the conversation. Before hitting send, add your own message. You could say, "Check out this amazing play!" or ask a question like, "What do you all think of this new feature update?" This helps integrate the video into the community culture instead of just being a content drop.
6. Don't Forget to Give Credit: Social media etiquette is important. Even when uploading a video directly, it's good practice to paste the original Twitter link as well. This acknowledges the creator and allows others to check out their profile. You could write something like, "Found this on Twitter, hilarious stuff! (Source: paste original link here)."

Method 3: Let a Discord Bot Do the Work for You

If you own or administrate a Discord server and want a more permanent, hands-off solution, using a bot is the way to go. Many Discord bots are designed specifically to fix broken embeds from social platforms like Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram, automatically creating a perfect preview every time a troublesome link is posted.

Someone posts a standard Twitter link, the bot detects it, deletes the original message (to avoid clutter), and immediately reposts the message with a properly formatted video embed - all within a matter of seconds. It's an elegant solution that streamlines the user experience for everyone on your server.

How to Set Up an Embed-Fixing Bot

1. Find a Suitable Bot: Go to a Discord bot list website like top.gg and search for terms like "Twitter embed," "embed fix," or "social media embedder." Read the descriptions and reviews to find one that is reliable and focused on this task. Many multi-purpose bots also have this feature included.
2. Invite the Bot to Your Server: Once you've chosen a bot, click its "Invite" or "Add to Server" button. This will open a Discord authorization window.
3. Give the Bot Permissions: Select the server you want to add the bot to from the dropdown menu. The bot will request a list of permissions it needs to function - typically, things like "Read Messages," "Send Messages," "Manage Messages" (to delete the original link message), and "Embed Links." Review these and confirm you're comfortable with them, then click "Authorize."
4. Test a Link: To make sure everything is working, go to a channel in your server and post a standard Twitter video link (https://twitter.com/...). If the bot is configured correctly, you should see it spring into action, replacing your link almost instantly with a clean, playable video embed. Most bots don't require any additional setup commands, but you can always type /help or check their documentation if needed.

Final Thoughts

Sharing content from Twitter to Discord doesn't have to be a headache. Whether you prefer the fast-and-easy link fix with fxtwitter, the complete control of downloading and uploading the file, or the automated power of a dedicated Discord bot, you can always ensure your shared videos embed and play perfectly for your community.

Ultimately, a big part of social media marketing and brand building is creating a smooth content experience for your audience. We spend a lot of time thinking about how to manage short-form video, stories, and other modern content formats more effectively across all channels. That’s why we created Postbase, a social media management platform designed for the way video works today. It helps you schedule your content across platforms like X, TikTok, and Instagram Reels from one place, ensuring your video campaigns go live when they're supposed to without any technical fuss.