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Compress Video

Reduce the size of an MP4, MOV, MKV, WebM or AVI video: a lighter MP4, up to 1280 px wide and 2 min long.

5 files per day per IP across all free tools. A subscription is required beyond that. Resets at 00:00 UTC.

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Up to 100 MB per file

Files uploaded for processing expire after 24 hours. Online drafts expire after the last save: 24 hours without an account, 48 hours with an account. Expired data is then deleted by automatic cleanup.

What this tool does

Make a video lighter to send it through messaging apps or email. The result is an MP4 that plays everywhere, up to 1280 px wide.

What is kept

  • Picture and sound, with good quality
  • The video's proportions

Good to know

  • 2 minutes of video maximum for now
  • A video wider than 1280 px is reduced to 1280 px
  • An already highly compressed MP4 may not get lighter: it is then returned as it was

Tips

  • For a longer video, split it into several parts

How to use Compress Video

  1. 1

    Upload your file

    Drop your file or choose it from your device. Several files can be converted at once.

  2. 2

    Convert

    Choose the available settings, then select Convert if shown. Some conversions start automatically.

  3. 3

    Download

    Save the converted file, or the whole batch as a ZIP.

About MP4 files

MP4 (H.264/H.265) is the universal video format, played on every phone, browser and TV.

Frequently asked questions

Why was my video refused?

Compression is limited to 2 minutes of video per file for now. Split it into parts.

Which formats are accepted?

MP4, MOV, MKV, WebM, M4V and AVI. The result is always an MP4.

Is Compress Video free?

5 files per day per IP across all free tools. A subscription is required beyond that. Resets at 00:00 UTC.

Is Compress Video secure?

Transfers use TLS encryption. Files uploaded for processing expire after 24 hours. Online drafts expire after the last save: 24 hours without an account, 48 hours with an account. Expired data is then deleted by automatic cleanup.

Do I need to install anything?

No. Compress Video works in any modern browser on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android.

How do I cancel?

You can cancel at any time from your dashboard in two clicks. You keep access until the end of the paid period.

Will the quality be preserved?

Yes. The conversion uses professional engines and keeps resolution, fonts and layout whenever the target format allows it.

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