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There are pros and cons to both uploading videos directly to your website and embedding YouTube videos. Here's a breakdown to help you decide:

Uploading directly to your website:

Pros:

• More control: You have complete control over the video player, playback options, and how the video is displayed on your site.
• No ads: You can avoid any third-party ads showing before or after your video.

Cons:

• Bandwidth and storage: Videos take up a lot of space and bandwidth, which can