How to Migrate from Vimeo to Gumlet?

Vimeo has long been a go-to platform for video hosting, but as video needs evolve—especially for SaaS companies and creators—many users are switching to Gumlet for its performance, privacy, and pricing advantages.

The best part? Migrating from Vimeo to Gumlet is easier than you think. In this step-by-step guide, we’ll walk you through the process of moving your videos from Vimeo to Gumlet—quickly, securely, and without any technical hassle.

Why Migrate from Vimeo to Gumlet?

Here’s why many users are making the move:

✅ No hidden costs or surprise bandwidth fees

✅ Advanced video protection like DRM, watermarking, and signed URLs

✅ Real-time analytics for actionable insights

✅ Customizable video player with your own branding

✅ 24/7 expert support to help with onboarding and migration

If you're scaling content or want full control of your video delivery, Gumlet is built for you.

How to Migrate from Vimeo to Gumlet?

Step-1: Pre-Migration Checklist

Before you start, make sure you have the following ready:

• Access to your Vimeo account
• A Gumlet account (Free or Paid plan)
• URLs or playlists of the videos you want to import
• (Optional) An organized list of your content for bulk migration

You’re now ready to migrate your videos.

Step-2: Importing Your Videos to Gumlet

Option 1: Import via Gumlet Dashboard

This is the fastest method if you want to move individual videos or small batches.

Here’s how:

1. Log in to your Gumlet dashboard
2. Navigate to the Import from Vimeo section
3. Paste your Vimeo video or playlist URL
4. Choose a target video collection (or create a new one)
5. Click Import

That’s it—your video(s) will now be fetched and hosted on Gumlet.

🔗 View detailed documentation

Option 2: Bulk Import for Larger Libraries

Got 50+ videos or multiple team members managing content? Gumlet supports bulk migration through:

• Vimeo API-based import
• Custom scripts via Gumlet’s APIs

Reach out to Gumlet’s support team for help with bulk imports, metadata preservation, and mapping your Vimeo structure to Gumlet collections.

What Gets Imported (and What Doesn’t)

When you migrate, Gumlet automatically pulls in:

• ✅ The video file itself
• ✅ Video title and basic metadata
• ✅ Custom thumbnail (if public)
• ✅ Vimeo playlist (if applicable)

However, some Vimeo-specific settings do not transfer over, including:

• ❌ Privacy settings
• ❌ Viewer comments
• ❌ Chapter markers
• ❌ Vimeo analytics

Not to worry—you can recreate privacy controls, subtitles, CTAs, and more inside Gumlet with enhanced options.

How to Set Up Your Videos on Gumlet?

Update Embed Code All your videos are imported to Gumlet. If you use Vimeo Embeds, you must replace your URL prefix with a Gumlet prefix to support the same URL structure to play your videos directly.

The Vimeo Embed URL looks like https://player.vimeo.com/video/831802811

Replace https://player.vimeo.com/video with https://vimeo.gumlet.io/embed

Your new URL will be like https://vimeo.gumlet.io/embed/831802811

Other Things To Do:

Once your videos are in, you can make them truly yours. Here’s what to do:

• Organize them into collections
• Customize your video player with your logo, color palette, and thumbnail
• Add AI-generated subtitles in 125+ languages
• Enable calls-to-action (CTAs) or clickable links
• Apply protection settings like DRM, password, or geo-blocking
• Set up real-time analytics and tracking

Gumlet gives you full control—from playback experience to performance insights.

Vimeo to Gumlet: Helpful Migration Resources

Not sure where to start? We’ve got resources:

🎥 Watch our on-demand webinar:

How to Import Your Videos from Vimeo to Gumlet

💬 Talk to our migration experts: Reach out to our 24/7 support team—we’re happy to guide you through the process.

Final Thoughts

Vimeo served its purpose—but in 2025, creators and SaaS companies need more:

• Better performance
• Stronger security
• Smarter analytics
• Clear, fair pricing

Gumlet gives you all of that—and more. The migration process is simple, guided, and fully supported. You can get started in minutes and start streaming with confidence.

Ready to Move from Vimeo to Gumlet?

🎯 No hidden fees. No migration stress. Just better video hosting.

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FAQs

1. How do I export from Vimeo?

Vimeo doesn’t offer a direct “export” feature, but you can download your own videos if you’re the owner. Here’s how:

• Go to Vimeo and log in
• Navigate to your video manager
• Click on the video you want to export
• Select the Download button (usually found under the video or in settings)

Note: Downloading may be restricted on some plans, and original files may not be available unless you uploaded them in that quality.

For bulk exports or smoother migration, Gumlet helps you pull videos directly from Vimeo with just a URL—no downloading or re-uploading required.

2. How do I extract a video from Vimeo player?

If you’re the video owner, you can download it directly from your Vimeo dashboard (as described above). However, extracting or downloading someone else’s video without permission is against Vimeo’s terms of service.

3. Why is Vimeo not relevant anymore?

Vimeo’s relevance has declined—especially among modern businesses, SaaS teams, and creators—for several reasons:

• Rising costs and hidden bandwidth limits
• Basic analytics that lack actionable insights
• Limited video protection unless you’re on an expensive enterprise plan
• Slow support on lower tiers
• Outdated monetization tools compared to newer platforms

In 2025, platforms like Gumlet offer better performance, advanced features, and transparent pricing—making Vimeo a less compelling choice for most professionals.

4. Do you need a paid account with Gumlet for migrating Vimeo videos?

No, you don’t need a paid account to start migrating your Vimeo videos to Gumlet.

Gumlet allows you to import videos from Vimeo on the free plan, so you can test the platform and see how it works before upgrading. You can move videos, organize them into collections, and explore basic hosting features right away.

To unlock features like video protection (DRM, watermarks), custom branding, or real-time analytics, you can upgrade to a paid plan at any time.

5. How to delete a Vimeo account?

To delete your Vimeo account permanently, follow these steps:

1. Log in to your Vimeo account
2. Go to your Account Settings
3. Click on the "Privacy" tab
4. Scroll down to the bottom and select "Delete your account"
5. Confirm your password and follow the prompts to delete
6. how to cancel vimeo subscription?

To cancel your paid Vimeo plan:

1. Log in to Vimeo
2. Click on your profile picture → go to "Settings"
3. Open the "Billing" section
4. Click "Cancel Subscription" next to your current plan
5. Follow the steps to confirm the cancellation