Previously, sharing a YouTube video in Canvas would prevent ads from appearing, allowing for a cleaner viewing experience. However, that will no longer be the case due to a change in how Instructure (Canvas) works with YouTube.

What’s Changing

Starting October 31st, 2025 (note: originally September 22nd), YouTube videos embedded in Canvas may begin displaying ads. This applies to all YouTube content, whether previously added or newly embedded. Ads may appear before, during, or after the video. A message overlay will appear on YouTube videos in Canvas to alert viewers that ads may be displayed.

This video may display YouTube ads.

Did You Know?

Chapman community members can take advantage of YuJa, our campus video platform.

  • You can add YouTube videos to your Canvas course(s) using YuJa for a more controlled viewing experience.
  • This approach helps avoid interruptions from ads and provides access to additional features, such as the ability to add quiz questions to videos.

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