VK (VKontakte) is a convenient place to upload a screen recording: you can add the video to the Video section, publish it on your wall or in a community, and send the link in a message. Below is a step-by-step guide on how to upload a video to VK from your computer.
What you need
- A VK account.
- A ready video file (for example, a screen recording with sound).
- A browser on your computer — uploading a large video from a PC is easier than from a phone.
Step 1. First, record the screen
Before you upload a video, you need to record it. If you are looking for how to record the screen on Windows with sound, the simplest option is a dedicated program — for example, Screen Recorder: just two buttons, Record and Save. It captures the whole screen together with microphone sound and saves a ready file to your desktop — you can upload it to VK right away.
Step 2. Open the Video section
- Go to vk.com and sign in to your account.
- In the left menu click Video.
- Click the Upload (or Add) button in the top right corner.
- Choose the video file on your computer — the upload starts immediately.
Step 3. Fill in the title and description
While the video uploads, fill in the card:
- Title — short and clear, the words a person would actually search for.
- Description — a couple of sentences about the video.
- Cover — the image shown in the list. A single frame from the video works well.
If you need a clean frame for the cover, you can pull it straight from the recording: the Kadrik program slices a video into separate sharp frames (photos) — you just pick the one you like.
Step 4. Choose who can see the video
A VK video has privacy settings — who is allowed to watch it:
| Visibility | Who can see it | When to choose |
|---|---|---|
| All users | Anyone on VK | A public video |
| Friends only | People in your friends list | A close circle |
| Only me | Only you | A personal archive |
For a video instruction you need to send to one person, it is handy to set visibility to Only me and simply send them the link in a message — they will open the video via the link.
Step 5. Publish or share
When the upload reaches 100%, click Done (or Save). To show the clip to your friends, you can click Share right away — the video will appear on your wall.
Which format to upload
VK accepts various videos, but MP4 files go through without surprises — this is the standard format most screen-recording programs save in. You do not need to compress the clip separately: VK prepares the versions for different quality levels itself.
Frequently asked questions
How do you upload a video to VK from a computer?
Open the Video section → Upload button → choose the file on your computer, fill in the title and click Done.
How do you post a video on your wall?
Create a wall post, click the Attach/Video icon and select an uploaded clip, or upload a new one directly in the post.
Is there a length or size limit?
For a regular account the limits are large; a short screen recording will go through with no problem.
Do you have to pay?
No, uploading videos to VK is free.
In short
- Record the screen with sound and save the file (for example, with Screen Recorder).
- Open Video → Upload → choose the file.
- Fill in the title, description and cover.
- Choose visibility: all users, friends or only me.
- Click Done and, if you like, share it on your wall.