Discord Video Compressor for Smaller MP4 Uploads
Use this Discord video compressor when your MP4 is too large for a Discord message, channel, or community upload.
The Discord video compressor starts near 10 MB, lets you type another target MB, and keeps the selected video in your browser while it works.
Compress video
The video compressor creates a new MP4 download.
Pick the approximate maximum size you want. Compress by percentage or MB; the two fields stay linked.
Compress video with no server upload
The compressor reads the selected MP4 on your device, so private videos do not leave your browser.
Compress by percentage or target MB
Choose roughly how small the MP4 should be. The compressor accepts smaller results instead of chasing an exact file size.
Compress after caching
Open the site once, then the app shell and video engine can be reused when your connection is gone.
Official Discord limit notes
Why this Discord video compressor starts near 10 MB
If you are not using Nitro, 10 MB is the Discord upload limit most people hit. This Discord video compressor starts near 9.5 MB to leave room for upload checks and file-size rounding.
The Discord video compressor starts at 10 MB
Discord says in its File Attachments FAQ that non-Nitro subscribers currently have a 10 MB maximum upload, which is why a Discord video compressor needs a realistic target.
The limit is about storage cost
Discord explains in its Nitro FAQ that millions of uploaded files are stored for future access, and storage management needs to stay sustainable.
Higher limits are Nitro benefits
The same official explanation lists Nitro Basic at 50 MB and Nitro at up to 500 MB, so check your account limit before choosing a Discord video compressor target.
Discord video compressor presets and proof points
A Discord video compressor should help you aim below the upload cap, check the final MP4 size, and retry with a safer target when needed.
10 MB Discord video compressor target
Start around 9.5 MB when you need a Discord video compressor for a standard attachment limit and want a little upload buffer.
9.5 MB preset
MP4 output for Discord uploads
The Discord video compressor exports a smaller H.264 MP4, which is the practical format most Discord upload workflows expect.
MP4 download
Local browser compression
Use the Discord video compressor without sending your selected file to a remote upload queue before you download the result.
Browser-local
How to use the Discord video compressor
The Discord video compressor is built for the short path: choose a file, keep the target below your Discord limit, then download the smaller MP4.
Choose the video Discord rejected
Open the Discord video compressor, select the MP4 that was too large, and confirm the file size before starting.
Start near a 10 MB Discord target
The Discord video compressor presets the target near 10 MB. If your account or server allows more, type a larger target for better quality.
Compress and compare the MP4 size
Run the Discord video compressor and check the original size, output size, and reduction percentage before you download.
Upload the smaller file to Discord
Download the smaller MP4 from the Discord video compressor, then attach it to your Discord message or channel post.
Discord video compressor limits to check
Leave a buffer below the upload limit
A Discord video compressor works best when the target is slightly below the posted limit because apps and devices can round file size differently.
Use a larger target for quality
If the Discord video compressor output looks too soft, try a larger target MB or shorten the clip before compressing again.
Check your current Discord plan
Discord upload limits can vary by account, server, or plan, so treat this Discord video compressor preset as a practical starting point.
Discord Video Compressor FAQ
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