With uStudio's Asset Replacement feature, you can update the root media file for a published video or audio asset without disrupting existing access points for your audience. This means there's no need to republish episodes, update embed codes, or share new links — once the file finishes processing, the updated content will be automatically available wherever the original asset was used.
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When to Use Asset Replacement
There are times when you need to update a media file that’s already published — whether it's embedded on a web page, accessible through a podcast feed, or featured in the uStudio streaming app. Common scenarios include:
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Content updates or corrections
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Product changes or rebranding
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Removing outdated or irrelevant segments
Asset Replacement lets you swap the underlying media while maintaining:
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Embed codes and player locations
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Player configurations
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Metadata
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View/listen stats and analytics
How to Replace an Asset
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In the uStudio platform (Hub), navigate to the Edit Media screen for the asset you'd like to update.
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Click the far left icon under "Media Asset" to initiate the replacement.
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Select and upload the new file.
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The replacement asset will be transcoded before becoming available. Transcode time will vary depending on the file size.
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During this short processing window, users may briefly see a "Media not yet available" message. Once transcoding is complete, all existing links and embed codes will display the updated content.
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Important Notes
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Notifications: For uStudio streaming applications, asset replacement will not trigger push and email notifications if they are enabled for the show or episode.
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Thumbnails: Replacing a media asset does not update the thumbnail. If needed, upload a new image or use the Thumbnail Selector to choose a frame from the updated file.
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Social Publishing: Platforms like YouTube and Facebook do not currently support media replacement. If you've distributed content to these platforms, you’ll need to unpublish the original and re-upload the new version.
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Feature Availability: Most studios have Asset Replacement enabled by default. If you don't see the replacement option, contact support@ustudio.com to confirm that it's activated for your account.
