Can sound be added to a background video in Webflow without using Vimeo or YouTube?

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September 22, 2023

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Yes, it is possible to add sound to a background video in Webflow without utilizing Vimeo or YouTube. While Webflow does not have a built-in feature to add sound to background videos, there is a workaround that involves combining a background video element with an HTML5 video element and an audio element. Here's how you can achieve this:

Prepare your video and audio files: Ensure that your video and audio files are in the correct format (supported formats include MP4, Ogg, and WebM for video, and MP3, Ogg, and WAV for audio). Make sure the audio file and video file have the same duration and match each other chronologically.
Upload your video and audio files: In the Webflow Designer, navigate to the Assets panel and upload both your video and audio files.
Add a div block for the video: Place a div block on your page where you want the background video with audio to appear.
Add an HTML5 video element: Within the div block, drag and drop an HTML5 video element from the Elements panel. Set the source of the video element to your uploaded video file.
Add an audio element: Drag and drop an audio element from the Elements panel, placing it within the same div block. Set the source of the audio element to your uploaded audio file.
Configure starting playback: In the Properties panel, set the "Preload" of the audio element to "Auto" and the "Autoplay" to "On" so that it automatically plays.
Position and style the elements: Resize and position the div block, video element, and audio element as needed to achieve the desired layout. You can customize their appearance using the Style panel.
Adjust z-index: To ensure the video is in the background, set the z-index of the video element to a negative value (e.g., -1) using the Style panel. This will position the video behind any content on top of it.
Preview and publish: Preview your website to ensure the video and audio play correctly. If everything looks and sounds as expected, publish your website to make it live.

By following these steps, you can add sound to a background video in Webflow without relying on Vimeo or YouTube for hosting.

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