How to compress a video

Shrink big phone and camera videos so they are easy to send and upload. Choose a quality, or say how big the file may be and the tool works out the rest. The video is encoded again on your own device, with its video hardware when it has some, and is never uploaded.

  1. Choose a video.
  2. Pick a quality, or choose a file size like 25 MB for email.
  3. Click Compress video, check the result and download it.

Frequently asked questions

How much smaller will my video get?

Phone videos often get 50 to 80% smaller with Balanced and hardly look different. A lower resolution, like 720p, saves even more. You see an estimate before you start.

Can I make a video fit a size limit?

Yes. Choose file size and enter a number, like 25 MB for email. The tool picks the bitrate, and a smaller picture size when needed, to land just under it.

What format do I get?

An MP4 with H.264 video and AAC sound, which plays on every phone, computer and website. Where your browser supports it, you can pick H.265 or AV1 for even smaller files.

Is it slow?

It depends on your device and the video length. Most computers and phones compress faster than the video plays. Keep the tab open until it is done.

Are my files uploaded?

No. Everything happens in your own browser, on your own device. Your files are never sent to a server, so nobody else can see or keep them.

Is it really free?

Yes. There are no fees, no sign-up, no watermarks added by us and no daily limits. Your device does the work, which is why it can stay free.

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