Definition
A cloud library (or cloud media library) is a centralized, cloud-hosted storage system for managing video assets — including raw footage, project files, edited outputs, captions, thumbnails, and exported content. Unlike local storage tied to a single machine, a cloud library is accessible from any device with an internet connection, enabling remote editing workflows, team collaboration, and seamless cross-device access. Cloud libraries typically offer features like folder organization, search, tagging, preview generation, and automatic backup. For video editors, a cloud library eliminates the need to manually manage files across local drives, external hard drives, and cloud storage services — everything lives in one place alongside the editing tool.
How Loopdesk Uses This
Every Loopdesk account includes a cloud library where your footage, projects, and exports are stored. The free tier includes 5GB of cloud storage, and the Creator plan offers 100GB. You can import files into your cloud library directly from Google Drive and Dropbox (or via drag-and-drop from your computer), and access your projects from any browser on any device. Your cloud library is integrated directly with the editor — no downloading or re-uploading needed.
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Cloud Media Import
Importing video footage directly from cloud storage services like Google Drive and Dropbox into a video editor without downloading to a local machine first.
Browser-Based Video Editor
A video editing application that runs entirely in a web browser, requiring no software download or installation.