How to Make a Video Loop on iPhone, Mac & Windows

A looped video keeps playing from the start once it ends. It is a fun way to replay a funny clip, a cool moment, or a video you really like - no need to tap the play button again and again.

If you are an iPhone user, we have got you covered. This guide will show you how to loop a video on an iPhone with easy steps. It also covers how to loop videos on Windows and Mac.

Ready to put your favorite video on repeat? Let us make it loop!

Part 1. Can You Loop a Video on iPhone

Yes! Your iPhone offers a few ways to replay a video. You can use the Photos app for a quick loop. You can also use iMovie to make a longer looped video. On some social media platforms, videos can automatically loop. So, can you loop a video on an iPhone? Absolutely!

Part 2. How to Loop a Video on iPhone Without an App

You do not need another app to make a video loop. The Photos app has a built-in Slideshow feature that can do it for you. Just follow a few quick steps to make your video play again. You can keep the original sound or add music to make it more fun.

Here is how to loop a video on an iPhone without an app:

Step 1 Open the Photos app and find your video. Press the three dots in the top-right corner. Select Duplicate. Do this at least twice. This gives the slideshow more clips to play.

Step 2 Select the duplicated videos. Tap the Share button. Choose Add to Album. Create a new album for these clips. This makes them easier to find later.

Step 3 Open the new album. Tap the first video. Tap the three dots and choose Slideshow. Once the slideshow starts, tap the screen. Tap the three dots button again and select Loop. A checkmark will appear when Loop is on.

Step 4 You can keep the video's original audio while it plays. You can also tap the Music note button in the lower-left corner to add a song. Pick a soundtrack that fits your video. Then, play the slideshow and see how the music sounds with it.

Part 3. How to Loop a Video on iPhone for Instagram or YouTube

Your video can loop on social media without extra editing. Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts can replay videos on their own. Regular YouTube videos work differently and may need a manual loop option. In this part, you will learn how to loop a video on iPhone across these popular platforms.

Instagram Reels: Let Instagram do the work

Post your video as an Instagram Reel. The Reel can play again when it reaches the end. You do not need to add extra copies of the video. The viewer can watch it again until they scroll to another Reel.

YouTube Shorts: Enjoy the automatic replay

Upload your video as a YouTube Short. Shorts can replay from the start after the video ends. This works on both mobile and desktop. You do not need to add extra loops to your video first.

Standard YouTube Videos: Turn on Loop Video

Regular YouTube videos do not loop by default. Viewers can turn the feature on themselves. On a computer, right-click the video and choose Loop. On a phone, tap the Settings gear. Click More, and then choose Loop video. The video will play again from the start.

Part 4. How to Loop a Video Easily for iPhone on Windows or Mac

If you want to loop a video for iPhone using a Windows or Mac, you have an easy option. Tipard Video Converter Ultimate can help you get the job done with its video looper feature. You can repeat your clip without copying it repeatedly. You can also keep the original sound or add new music for a different feel. Plus, it can keep your original video quality.

Step 1 First, download Tipard Video Converter Ultimate on your Windows or Mac. Use the Download button below to get started. Then, start the installation. Once done, it will open automatically.

Step 2 Navigate to the MV tab. Next, click the Add button in the lower-left corner and select the video you want to loop.

Step 3 Now, head to Settings. Find the Loop Play option and turn it on. A checkmark will show that the option is active. You can also keep the original sound. If you want new music, click the Add button and choose an audio file.

Step 4 Finally, go to Export. Give your video a new name if you want. Then, choose the format and resolution you need. You can also pick a folder to save it to.

Once everything is okay, click Start Export. Once done, you can now transfer it to your iPhone and enjoy the repeated playback.

Its strengths and limitations: Aside from video looping, Tipard Video Converter Ultimate has many editing tools. You can reduce the speed or speed up videos. You can also reverse, trim, and crop them. There is more to try! However, the free version has limits on file uploads and processing. For more freedom, you can upgrade to a plan starting at $18.00.

Part 5. How to Loop a Video on iPhone with iMovie

iMovie gives you a simple way to make a video loop on iPhone. Just add your video to the timeline. Then, duplicate the clip and place each copy after the last one. Export the project when you are happy with the result.

Step 1 Open iMovie on your iPhone. Tap Start New Project, choose Movie, pick the video you want to loop, and then tap Create Movie.

Step 2 Tap the video in the timeline. A yellow border will appear around it. This means the clip is selected. Make sure you select the whole clip before you duplicate it.

Step 3 Tap the Actions button at the bottom. Then, tap Duplicate. iMovie will add another copyright after the first one. Repeat this step as many times as you need. Each copy makes the video play one more time.

Step 4 Tap Done in the top-left corner. Next, press the Share button. After that, choose Save Video and pick your preferred video quality. iMovie will save the longer video to your Photos app.

Part 6. FAQs on How to Loop a Video on iPhone