This guide explains the three different methods for sharing Sendspark videos in HubSpot, depending on your specific use case and which HubSpot hub you're working in.
Overview of the Three Sharing Methods
Sendspark offers three sharing options for HubSpot integration:
Copy Thumbnail: Works in Sales Hub and Templates
Sales Hub: Includes personalization variables and custom landing pages
Marketing Hub: Designed specifically for HubSpot's email builder
Method 1: Using Copy Thumbnail in Templates
Best for sending specific videos to leads or customers on a regular basis, like weekly updates to new customers.
In your Sendspark video, click the Share button
Select Copy Thumbnail
Navigate to HubSpot → Conversations → Templates
Create or edit a template
Paste the copied thumbnail directly into the template
Click Update existing template
Note: The template editor may not display thumbnails perfectly, but they will appear correctly to email recipients.
Method 2: Using Sales Hub with Personalization
Choose this method when you want to add personalized variables like names, company names, or job titles to your video landing page.
In your Sendspark video, click the Share button
Select Sales Hub
Click on the video thumbnail to access the edit section
Customize the landing page with personalized headers and messages
Add variables such as:
Recipient name
Company name
Job title
Copy the Sales Hub link
Paste into your HubSpot email or template
Tip: Both Copy Thumbnail and Sales Hub options work for both templates and direct emails sent from contact profiles.
Method 3: Using Marketing Hub for Email Builder
Use this method when you want full control over email design and proper thumbnail sizing in HubSpot's advanced email builder.
Navigate to HubSpot → Marketing → Email
Create or edit an email template
In the email builder, click More and select the HTML element
Drag the HTML element to your desired location
In Sendspark, click Share → Marketing Hub
Copy the provided HTML code
Paste the code into the HTML element in HubSpot
The video thumbnail will automatically size correctly
Important: Only use the Marketing Hub option when working in HubSpot's email builder. Copy Thumbnail and Sales Hub won't work properly in this environment.
Testing Your Video Integration
Before sending to your contacts:
Use HubSpot's Send test email feature
Verify that video thumbnails appear as clickable GIFs
Test clicking on thumbnails to ensure they open your Sendspark videos
Check that personalization variables display correctly (for Sales Hub method)
Tip: The email builder provides better thumbnail management and sizing compared to basic templates, making it ideal for professional email campaigns.
