Permission & Access Issues

How to Transfer Video Ownership in Stream on SharePoint

Muhammad Talha Oct 14, 2026 869 views

Question details

The user needs to know how to transfer ownership of a video in Stream on SharePoint to prevent the file from being deleted when the original uploader's account is removed.

How to Transfer Video Ownership in Stream on SharePoint

Product: Stream on SharePoint
Device & OS: not provided
Scenario: An employee is leaving the organization, and their uploaded videos need to be preserved before their OneDrive and account are permanently deleted.
Observed behavior: Stream identifies the original uploader as the owner, and granting co-owner permissions does not move the physical file out of the original user's personal OneDrive storage.

Before you start

Verify whether the video file is currently stored in a personal OneDrive folder or a shared SharePoint site, and ensure you have the necessary download permissions before proceeding.

Solution 1Recommended

Preserve the Video by Downloading and Re-uploading

The most secure way to transfer ownership and ensure the video is not deleted when the original owner leaves.

In Stream on SharePoint, simply granting 'Owner' or 'Co-owner' permissions to another user does not move the physical file out of the original uploader's OneDrive. If the original uploader's account is deleted, the file goes with it.

To truly transfer ownership and secure the file for the organization, a co-owner must physically migrate the video to a shared organizational SharePoint site.

Locate and open the video

Navigate to the video in Stream on SharePoint or open the shared link provided by the original owner.

Download the video file

Click the 'Download' button located in the top menu bar above the video player to save the file to your local computer.

Choose a secure location

Navigate to a shared organizational SharePoint document library or a dedicated Microsoft Teams site that is owned by the organization, rather than an individual.

Re-upload the video

Click the 'Upload' button in the target SharePoint library and select the downloaded video file to upload it. You are now the new original uploader of this instance.

Preserve the Video by Downloading and Re-uploading

Uploader Identity: Even after re-uploading, the system will identify the person who performs the new upload as the 'original uploader'. It is best practice to have a service account or long-term administrator perform the re-upload if possible.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does adding a co-owner in Stream on SharePoint protect the video from deletion?

No. If the video is stored in the original owner's OneDrive, adding a co-owner only grants them access to view or edit the file. If the original owner's account and storage are deleted, the video will still be permanently removed.

Can I change the original uploader's name on a video without re-uploading?

In Stream on SharePoint, the original uploader's name remains tied to the file metadata. The only way to change the identified uploader is to have a new user download the file and upload it as a new video.

Where should I upload company videos to avoid ownership issues in the future?

It is highly recommended to upload organizational videos directly to a shared SharePoint site library or a Microsoft Teams channel rather than an individual user's personal OneDrive. This ensures the file remains accessible regardless of employee turnover.

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