Compress without uploading
Your selected video is read and compressed on your device. The website does not receive or store the video; the MP4 download is created locally.
100% free. Always private.
Free Online Video Compressor
Small file. Same big story.
Compress video for free, right in your browser. Make your MP4, MOV or WebM smaller for sharing — no uploads, no watermark, no sign-up.
Your video stays on your deviceNo watermarkNo sign-up
Drop your video here
A smaller file starts with one click.
or drag & drop a fileMP4, MOV, WebM · browser-supported codecsUp to 1 GB / 30 min input · 120 MB target limitYour video stays on your device
Compression levelFREE
OutputMP4 · H.264 + AAC
Free to use. No credits, subscriptions or hidden fees.
Local processing, from first frame to final download.
WHY CHOOSE THIS COMPRESSOR
Local privacy. Free exports. Your choice of size.
VideoCompress — A browser-based video compressor for people who want to keep videos on their device and control file size for email, messages or sharing.
Free from selection to download
Use quality presets and advanced settings, preview the result and download without an account, watermark, credits or subscription. These benefits apply to the web tool; the iOS app has separate free and Pro features.
Choose quality or a target in MB
Use Smallest file, Balanced or Better quality, or enter a target from 0.1 to 120 MB. Adjust resolution, frame rate and audio, then check the actual output size before sharing.
Web tool limits: up to 1 GB and 30 minutes per input. Output is H.264 MP4 with optional AAC audio. Codec support and performance depend on your browser and device. HDR is unsupported, and target size is not guaranteed.
Mobile app · Available on iOS
Smaller videos. Right on your phone.
Compress videos on your iPhone to save space and make sharing easier. Get the app and take your compressor with you.
Download on theApp StoreMADE FOR THE EVERYDAY
Everything you need. Nothing in the way.
A free video compressor that keeps the complicated things behind the scenes.
Private by design
Your video never travels to our servers. Compression runs locally on your device, so there is no upload queue or server copy.
Actually free
Compress and download without an account, watermark or checkout. All the settings you see are included.
Your size, your choice
Pick a quality preset or set a target in MB. Adjust resolution, frame rate and audio when you need more control.
Ready to share
Download a familiar MP4 with H.264 video. Audio is kept as AAC when enabled, making the result easy to share and play.
Powered by your browser
Uses your browser’s media codecs, with hardware acceleration where available. Speed depends on your device and the source video.
See the difference
Preview the result and compare file sizes before saving. Cancel at any time and try different settings on the original.
THREE STEPS. ZERO FUSS.
How to compress a video for free
From too big to ready to send, all in your browser.
Choose your video
Drop a file from your device or click Choose a video. We check the actual video codec and read its size, duration and resolution locally.
Make it your size
Start with Balanced for everyday use. Choose a smaller resolution or a target size for email attachments and messaging limits.
Preview. Download. Share.
Click Compress video and keep the tab open. Preview your new MP4, check the savings and save it to your device.
LESS WAITING. MORE SHARING.
Everyday scenarios. One simple tool.
Make room for the moments, projects and ideas you want to send.
SEND
Send that email
Make a screen recording or project update small enough for an attachment. Leave some headroom below your email provider’s limit.
Compress for email25 MB
Fit a file-size limit
Need a video around 25 MB? Set a target and let the compressor calculate a bitrate based on the duration.
Compress to 25 MB.MP4
Lighten your MP4s
Reduce large MP4 clips for websites, team chats or everyday sharing. Keep a high-quality original for your archive.
Explore MP4 compressionWhat makes a video file smaller?
Video size is mostly bitrate multiplied by duration. Lowering the bitrate saves space; lowering resolution or frame rate makes that bitrate go further. Our presets balance these settings for you. Compression is lossy, so keep your original if you need it for editing or archiving.
A FEW GOOD QUESTIONS
Free video compression: privacy, settings and limits
Who is this browser video compressor best for?
It is useful for people who want free, watermark-free compression without uploading their video, with quality presets or a target size for email and messaging. It works best for supported SDR videos on a capable device. It is less suitable for HDR, unsupported codecs or jobs that need to continue after the tab closes.
Is the web video compressor free, with no watermark or signup?
Yes. The web tool lets you compress, preview and download without an account, watermark, credits or subscription. Quality presets and advanced settings are included. Processing runs on your device, so file, browser and hardware limits still apply. The iOS app has separate free and Pro features.
Does my video get uploaded or stored on a server?
No. Your selected video is read and compressed locally in your browser; the website does not receive or store the video, audio or filename. The site makes normal requests to load application files and uses Google Analytics for website visits and interactions. Your selected video is not sent to Google Analytics. See the privacy policy for details.
Can I compress a video to 8 MB, 25 MB or 100 MB?
Yes. Choose Advanced, select Target file size and enter 8, 25 or 100 MB; custom targets range from 0.1 to 120 MB. The tool calculates a bitrate from the duration and can retry once if the output is too large. A strict ceiling is not guaranteed. Choose a target below the upload limit and verify the actual size before sending.
Which settings should I use for email or messaging?
Start with Balanced, 720p and 30 fps for a short clip, then preview the result. Use a target below the recipient service’s current limit and leave room for attachment overhead. Keep a higher resolution if small text must remain readable; remove audio only when it is unnecessary. A smaller target may reduce visible quality.
Which video formats can I compress?
Start with MP4, MOV or WebM. Support depends on the codecs inside the file and your browser, not just its extension. Output is MP4 with H.264 video and optional AAC audio. HDR video is currently unsupported.
Can I compress video without losing quality?
Reducing a video significantly usually involves some quality loss. Better quality keeps more detail, while Smallest file favors size. Preview the result before downloading and always keep your original.
What are the file and device limits?
Inputs are limited to 1 GB and 30 minutes; target sizes can be 0.1–120 MB. Actual capacity depends on available memory and codec support. Large files work best on a desktop. Try an up-to-date Chrome, Edge or Safari; support is checked for each file.
Why is the compressed video not smaller?
An already optimized video may have little room to shrink. Re-encoding a highly efficient codec to H.264 can also make it larger. Try Smallest file, 720p or a smaller target; the result panel reports the actual size honestly.
Will it keep my audio and video orientation?
The main audio track is retained when Keep audio is enabled. Unsupported audio is reported instead of silently removed. Video orientation is applied to the output. Extra audio tracks, subtitles and source metadata are not retained.
Can I close the tab while it compresses?
Keep this tab open and your device awake until it finishes. Closing the tab stops the task. On phones, switching apps or locking the screen can interrupt processing. You can cancel and start again from the original file.