How to Add Background Video in Tailwind CSS

Adding a fullscreen video background with a see-through overlay can make your website look modern and stylish. With Tailwind CSS, it’s easy to do. In this blog, we’ll show you how to create a fullscreen video background with a semi-transparent overlay using Tailwind CSS.

<div class="relative overflow-hidden w-full h-screen">
    <video class="absolute top-0 left-0 w-full h-full object-cover" autoplay muted loop>
        <source src="video.mp4" type="video/mp4">
        Your browser does not support the video tag.
    </video>
    <!-- Your content goes here -->
    <div class="absolute top-0 left-0 w-full h-full bg-opacity-50 bg-black">
        <!-- Add your overlay content here -->
        <h1 class="text-4xl text-center mt-20 font-bold text-white">Welcome to My Website</h1>
    </div>
</div>
full Background Video

Tailwind CSS Full-Page Background Video with Centered Content

<div class="flex items-center justify-center h-screen overflow-hidden">
    <video class="absolute z-0 w-auto min-w-full min-h-full max-w-none" autoplay muted loop>
        <source src="path-to-your-video.mp4" type="video/mp4">
        Your browser does not support the video tag.
    </video>
    <div class="z-10 p-5 text-white bg-black bg-opacity-50 rounded">
        <!-- Centered content -->
        <h1 class="text-4xl font-bold">Welcome to Our Site</h1>
        <p class="mt-2 text-xl">Explore our world of innovation</p>
    </div>
</div>
 Full-Page Background Video with Centered Content

Tailwind CSS Video Background with Card Overlay

<div class="relative bg-cover bg-center h-screen">
    <!-- Video background -->
    <video class="absolute inset-0 w-full h-full object-cover" autoplay loop muted>
        <source src="path-to-your-video.mp4" type="video/mp4">
        Your browser does not support the video tag.
    </video>
    <!-- Card overlay -->
    <div class="absolute inset-0 flex justify-center items-center">
        <div class="bg-white bg-opacity-80 p-8 rounded-lg shadow-lg max-w-md">
            <h2 class="text-2xl font-bold mb-4">Discover Amazing Places</h2>
            <p class="mb-4">Join us on a journey to explore the most breathtaking landscapes and cultures around the
                world.
            </p>
            <a href="#" class="inline-block bg-blue-500 text-white py-2 px-4 rounded hover:bg-blue-600">Learn More</a>
        </div>
    </div>
</div>
Video Background with Card Overlay
saim ansari
saim ansari

I'm Saim Ansari, a full-stack developer with 4+ years of hands-on experience who thrives on building web applications that leave a lasting impression. When it comes to tech, I'm particularly adept at Laravel, React, Tailwind CSS, and the Tall Stack