Microsoft is unifying its video tools by merging Stream and Clipchamp under the Clipchamp brand, delivering a seamless, modern video experience in Microsoft 365. Users benefit from streamlined access, enhanced editing, Copilot integration, and updated admin controls—all rolling out by mid-2025.
Microsoft Stream and Clipchamp Unite: What’s New?
Microsoft is shaking up its video tools by merging Stream and Clipchamp into one powerful platform. This unification aims to deliver a seamless video experience across Microsoft 365. Now, all video editing and enterprise-grade features live under the Clipchamp brand, making it easier for users to create, manage, and share videos.
One of the first changes you’ll notice is the new unified Clipchamp start page. Whether you open Clipchamp from here or Stream’s old link, you land on the same streamlined interface. This page gives quick access to all your video content, from personal edits to meeting recordings.
Major Updates to Video Playback and Editing
The video player now sports fresh visuals reflecting the Clipchamp brand, including new logos and a unified banner. A standout feature lets you trim and share specific video segments as standalone clips—perfect for quick highlights or sharing key moments.
Microsoft 365 Copilot integration is another game changer. It can summarize videos or answer questions about the content, speeding up your workflow. Keep in mind, this requires a Microsoft 365 Copilot license.
“Copilot in Clipchamp can help quickly summarize a video or answer your questions about the content.”
Brand Transition and Admin Controls
The transition from Stream to Clipchamp also updates camera, screen recording, and capture tools with new logos and colors. Admins get new controls to manage webcam, screen, and audio recording permissions. These settings are moving from “Stream” to “video” controls and will fully roll out by late July 2025.
Embedding videos in Outlook and Teams has been tweaked too. Instead of “Open in Stream,” you’ll see options like “Watch in browser,” making video playback smoother across Microsoft 365 apps.
What’s Important to Know?
Microsoft is updating all related documentation and support articles to reflect the Clipchamp branding. This includes redirecting old Stream pages and rebranding Learn platform content. The goal is a consistent, modern video experience without disrupting your existing workflows.
Plus, a new unified video hub is coming soon. You can try it now and help shape its future with your feedback.
“These changes are part of a broader effort to deliver a cohesive and modern video experience across Microsoft 365.”
Final Thoughts
If you’re a Microsoft 365 user, this unification simplifies video creation and management. The combination of Clipchamp’s editing tools with Stream’s enterprise features under one roof is a win-win. Keep an eye out for the full rollout by mid-2025 and explore the new video hub today!
From the Microsoft 365 Blog articles
