Public Review Links
Share videos with external stakeholders without requiring them to create an account.
What Are Public Review Links?
Special URLs that allow anyone to:
- Watch a specific video
- Optionally leave comments
- No login required
Use Cases
External Stakeholder Review
- Executive approvals
- Legal/compliance review
- Partner feedback
Client Sharing
- Clients sharing with their teams
- Quick feedback from multiple people
- Demo to decision-makers
Freelancer Collaboration
- External contractors
- Consultants
- Subject matter experts
Creating a Public Link
Step 1: Navigate to Video
- Open the project
- Go to Review Videos tab
- Select the video to share
Step 2: Click Share
Click the Share button on the video.
Step 3: Configure Options
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Allow Comments | Let viewers add comments |
| Expiration Date | When the link stops working |
| Password Protection | Require password to view |
Step 4: Generate Link
Click Generate Link to create the URL.
Step 5: Copy and Share
Copy the link and send to your reviewers.
Public Review Page
What Viewers See
- Clean video player
- Company branding
- Comment list (if enabled)
- Add comment form (if enabled)
What's Hidden
- Other project details
- Navigation to other areas
- Internal comments
Managing Public Links
Viewing Active Links
See all public links for a video:
- Link URL
- Creation date
- Expiration status
- View count
Editing Links
Modify existing links:
- Change expiration
- Enable/disable comments
- Update password
Revoking Links
Disable a link immediately:
- Click on the link
- Click Revoke
- Link stops working instantly
Comments on Public Reviews
Guest Comments
When commenting is enabled:
- Viewers enter their name
- Email optional
- Comments appear with timecodes
Comment Moderation
All public comments are visible to:
- The production team
- The client (project owner)
Notifications
Get notified when:
- Someone views the link
- A comment is added
Security Considerations
Password Protection
Add a password for sensitive content:
- Viewers must enter password to watch
- Share password separately from link
Expiration Dates
Always set expiration for:
- Confidential content
- Time-sensitive reviews
- Temporary access
Link Security
- Links use unique tokens
- Can't be guessed
- Revocable anytime
Best Practices
When Creating Links
- Set reasonable expiration dates
- Use passwords for sensitive content
- Keep track of who has links
When Sharing
- Share via secure channels
- Include reviewer's name in invitation
- Set clear deadline for feedback
After Review
- Revoke links when done
- Download comments for records
- Clean up expired links
Tracking Views
Analytics
Track engagement:
- Total views
- Unique viewers
- View duration
Activity Log
See when link was accessed:
- Date and time
- Geographic region (general)
Mobile Experience
Mobile Viewers
Public links work on mobile:
- Responsive video player
- Touch-friendly controls
- Easy commenting
Embedding
Embedding Public Links
Public review pages can be embedded:
- In presentations
- On internal sites
- In email clients (preview)
iFrame Embedding
html
<iframe src="https://yourportal.mystd.io/review/TOKEN"
width="100%" height="500px"></iframe>Troubleshooting
Link Not Working
- Check expiration date
- Verify link wasn't revoked
- Confirm correct URL
- Try different browser
Can't Add Comments
- Check if comments are enabled
- Enter required fields
- Try refreshing page
Password Not Accepted
- Verify password is correct
- Check for extra spaces
- Try copy-pasting carefully