Compress Video for Discord — Under File Size Limits
Discord has strict file upload limits that depend on your subscription: 10MB for free users, 50MB for Nitro Basic, and 500MB for Nitro. Most phone-recorded clips and screen recordings exceed 10MB within seconds. This tool compresses your video in your browser using FFmpeg WebAssembly — your clips never leave your device.
Tips & best practices
- Discord free: 10MB limit. A 30-second 1080p clip is typically 30-60MB — compress to fit
- Discord Nitro Basic: 50MB limit. Enough for most 1-2 minute clips after compression
- Discord Nitro: 500MB limit. Only very long or 4K videos need compression
- Target 720p resolution for Discord — most people watch clips in small embed windows anyway
- Lower the bitrate to 1-2 Mbps for short clips. Quality is acceptable for gaming clips and memes
- H.264 codec has the best compatibility across Discord desktop, mobile, and web clients
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Discord file size limit?
Free users: 10MB, Nitro Basic: 50MB, Nitro: 500MB. These limits apply per file. You can send multiple files in one message.
How do I compress a video to under 10MB?
Upload your video, and the compressor will target a file size under your selected limit. For a 30-second clip, reducing resolution to 720p and bitrate to 1.5 Mbps typically produces a file under 8MB.
Will Discord compress my video further?
Discord may transcode uploaded videos for streaming, but starting with a well-compressed file ensures the best playback quality. Videos that exceed the size limit are rejected entirely.
What video format works best on Discord?
MP4 with H.264 video codec and AAC audio has the best compatibility. It plays inline on desktop, mobile, and web. WebM also works but has inconsistent mobile support.
All processing happens in your browser. No files are uploaded to any server.