Compress Video for WhatsApp

Fast Compression

The tool will do everything for you, just upload your file, set the necessary parameters, and it'll reduce its size and keep quality as much as possible.

Supports Any Format

Clideo works with any popular format like MP4, WMV, MOV, VOB, AVI, and with more rare ones as well.

Online Tool

The video compressor is completely online which means that you don't have to download and install anything to your device.

WhatsApp video compression

There are many communication platforms and WhatsApp is one of the most popular ones for many netizens. Are you one of them and share countless videos over there? Then you might be interested in how to send long or large videos, as there is a WhatsApp video size limit of 16 MB for videos that you have to keep in mind.

We have the perfect solution for you! Our online video compressor for WhatsApp is designed to reduce your file size so that you can easily send it to your friends. Compress your videos right in your browser without compromising on quality.

Simply upload your video, select the compression level, decide whether you need the sound or not, and watch as our powerful compression algorithm works its magic. In just a few moments, you'll have a perfectly compressed video to share with friends, family, or colleagues.

How to compress a video for WhatsApp

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Step

Upload a video

Tap "Choose file" to add the video from your device to our video compressor tool, or select it from Google Photos, Google Drive, or Dropbox.

Step

Compress the video

Select the compression preset and make sure that the estimated value is no larger than the WhatsApp max file size limit. Remove the audio track to make the file even smaller if you do not need the sound, and tap "Compress".

Step

Save the compressed video

Depending on the file size, the compression might take some time. Finally, check the preview before downloading the video back to your device.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

Can videos be compressed while still looking decent?

Choose a compression method that retains high video quality while making the file smaller.

Is this compressor limited to popular formats only?

No, you can compress various formats like MP4, MOV, AVI, 3GP, VOB, WEBM, and so on.

How can I prepare a video for WhatsApp sharing?

Apply the strongest compression preset or divide your video and compress each portion individually.

How will I know the file size of my video after compression?

Before compressing, Clideo displays an estimate of the new size and compression percentage.

Can I use the video compressor without registering?

Yes, basic compression presets are available to everyone; a premium subscription unlocks larger file upload limits, an advanced compression preset, and a watermark-free result.

Is it possible to compress videos offline with Clideo?

The service works online, however, with our iPhone compression app, you can compress videos on your device without Internet access.

Is mobile video compression possible without an installed app?

Yes. Just open Clideo in your browser and compress videos right from your device.

Does compressing a video permanently impact its quality?

Yes, since compression is irreversible, it's advisable to keep the original file as a backup.

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