Videos have the power to tell your story in a captivating and memorable way, helping you connect with your audience on a deeper level. Whether it’s a behind the scenes glimpse of your chef crafting a signature dish or showcasing the vibrant atmosphere of your patio on a sunny afternoon; marketing experts know that videos can create an emotional connection with customers. This connection not only encourages them to return but also inspires them to share their experience, attracting new customers to your restaurant.
DYNE makes it easy to upload a variety of file types directly from your device, including JPG, JPEG, PNG, HEIC, and MP4. For most marketing needs, these options will cover everything, but if you have a longer video or one you’d like to share via a link, we recommend using YouTube to upload and share it seamlessly within DYNE.
Why Use a YouTube Link?
Imagine hosting an unforgettable wine-pairing dinner, where every dish tells a story. You’ve created an atmosphere which buzzes with conversation and the night is filled with delicious memories made. Capturing these moments on video brings your restaurant’s experience to life.
With DYNE, you can effortlessly share this story by linking longer videos from YouTube, ensuring that your content stays captivating and dynamic without compromising performance.
Step-by-Step Guide: Uploading Your Video via YouTube
Create Your YouTube Channel (If You Don’t Have One Yet)
Visit YouTube and sign in with your Google account.
Click your profile icon at the top-right corner and select Your Channel.
Follow the quick prompts to set up your channel. It's fast and free!
Connect Your YouTube Channel to Your Google Ads Account (Required for Video Campaigns)
Now that your channel is set up, you want to make sure it’s properly linked to your Google Ads account. This step ensures your video assets are recognised and available for use in your Google Ads campaigns.
Go to Google Ads and sign in.
Hover over Tools on the left sidebar.
Click on Data Manager (or “Linked Accounts” depending on your Google Ads interface).
Look for YouTube integration and follow the prompts to link your YouTube channel.
If prompted, choose the channel you want to link.
Confirm and save your changes.
Upload Your Video to YouTube
In YouTube, click the Create button at the top-right corner.
If you don’t yet have a channel, a box will pop up asking you to create one by entering your name and selecting a handle.
Select Upload Video and choose the file from your device.
Add an eye-catching title and description.
Set the Visibility:
Public: For videos you want everyone to see.
Unlisted: For videos visible only to those with the link (great for exclusive content!).
Private: For personal viewing.
Click Publish when you’re ready.
Grab Your YouTube Link
Head to your YouTube channel and select your uploaded video.
Copy the URL from the browser’s address bar or use the Share button to get the link.
Add the Link to DYNE
Log in to your DYNE account.
Go to the Ad Campaigns section in DYNE.
Follow the usual steps to set up a new campaign (give it a name, select your desired audience, budget, etc.).
Navigate to the Add Media section (where you typically upload images or videos).
Insert the unlisted YouTube URL in the input field for adding external media.
Click Add URL.
You can now use this linked video in multiple places in DYNE—upload it to your Brand Voice, place it directly in an Ad Campaign, or share it as an Organic Social Media post!
Finalising Your Video in the Google Ads Dashboard
After creating your campaign in DYNE, you’ll want to confirm and finalize your video asset within Google Ads. Here’s how:
Navigate to Google Campaigns in DYNE:
Go to the Ad Campaigns section in DYNE.
Click on the Google Campaigns tab.
Find your newly created campaign and click on View Campaign on Google Ads.
Access Ad Groups in Google Ads:
Once in Google Ads, click on the campaign to see its Ad Groups.
Click on an Ad Group to view the Ads within it.
Edit Your Ad to Add the Video:
Locate the ad you want to edit and click the pencil (edit) icon.
In the edit screen, scroll to the Assets section (or “Asset Library”).
There is a Video section with a “+ Videos” button. Click on it to open your video assets.
Select the Uploaded Video:
In the Asset Library, you should see the video you just added via DYNE (remember, it’s tied to your linked YouTube channel).
Select the video, then click Save.
Save the Ad:
After selecting your video, click Save.
Confirm all other ad settings and save your final changes.
Congratulations!
Your video is now active within your Google Ads campaign and ready to engage your audience.
You're All Set!
Your video will now be live and ready to captivate viewers, showing off your restaurant’s unique offerings and ambiance right from DYNE and through Google Ads.
For more information on how to leverage DYNE’s Social or Paid Marketing features, or to explore other tools designed to help drive business results, please reach out to our support team.