Online video refers to any form of digital video content that can be accessed or shared through the internet. This includes a wide range of formats, such as streaming videos, downloadable files, and embedded media players, which are typically available on websites, social media platforms, or online video hosting services like YouTube. Online videos can vary in length from short clips to full-length movies or TV shows, and they cover an extensive array of genres, including entertainment, education, news, music, sports, and more. The term "online video" is often used interchangeably with terms such as "video streaming," "web video," or simply "streaming videos."