Music and sound effects can be powerful elements in your vlog. They enhance the overall quality of your content and make it more engaging for your audience. An upbeat and catchy track can immediately capture viewers’ attention, while a well-chosen song can create a deeper emotional connection between your video and the audience.

You can create your own intro music using tools like Chrome Music Lab: Song Maker or the 1010Music Blackbox  (a portable, compact sampling studio available from the Library).  Alternatively, you can explore the websites listed below for royalty-free music that complies with copyright licensing laws.

Free Music Platform:

1. Pixabay provides access to free downloads of royalty free music.

2. YouTube Audio Library holds a large collection of instrumental downloadable music (both royalty free and creative commons). 

3. Free Music Archive gives access to an extensive library of songs (creative commons).

4. Audionautix provides free songs that can be search by keywords

Once you've created your vlog, the next step is to make it accessible online through a hosting platform—this is where your content will live. A video hosting platform not only stores your vlog but also provides essential features like video playback, audience access, and content management tools.

When choosing a platform, consider several factors: How many users currently use the service? What are the video storage limits? Does the platform offer the privacy, security, or customization features you need? 

Selecting the right platform ensures your vlog is both accessible and protected.

Here is a list of the most popular platforms:

YouTube has a vast audience with unlimited storage and bandwidth.

Vimeo is smaller than YouTube but has customizable privacy settings and provided detailed analytics of the video.

Dailymotion also provides in-depth analytics and unlimited free hosting.