Compress Video for WhatsApp

Make any video small enough to send on WhatsApp — pick a size, compress and download. Free, and the video never leaves your device.

Drop a video here, or choose a file

MP4, MOV, WEBM and most phone videos.

Frequently asked questions

What is WhatsApp's video size limit?

WhatsApp lets you send videos up to about 16 MB. PDFly picks a bitrate for your chosen resolution and, with the 16 MB option on, lowers it automatically so the result fits.

How long does it take?

Compression plays the video through once in your browser, so it takes about as long as the video itself. Keep the tab open and visible, otherwise your browser may pause it.

Which format do I get?

An MP4 file in Chrome, Edge and Safari — that's what WhatsApp expects. Some browsers (like Firefox) can only save WebM; for WhatsApp, use Chrome, Edge or Safari.

Is my video uploaded to a server?

No. Everything happens inside your browser, so your video never leaves your device.

Is it free, with no limits?

Yes. No account, no watermark, and no limit on how many videos you compress.