Compress Video for Discord

Q: What is Discord's file size limit?

Discord free accounts can upload files up to 25MB. Discord Nitro subscribers can upload up to 500MB. These limits apply to all file types including video.

Q: What format works best for Discord?

MP4 with H.264 codec. Discord embeds MP4 videos directly in chat for inline playback. WebM also works. Avoid MKV and MOV, as Discord may not embed them inline.

Q: Can I compress a 5-minute video to 25MB?

Yes, but quality will be limited. At 25MB for 5 minutes, the bitrate is about 0.7 Mbps, with visible compression at 1080p. Reduce to 720p or 480p for better quality, or trim to the best segment.

Q: Is my video uploaded to a server?

No. FastEdit compresses video entirely in your browser using WebAssembly. Your gaming clips and personal videos never leave your device until you manually upload to Discord.

Discord limits file uploads to 25MB on free accounts and 500MB with Nitro. FastEdit compresses any video to fit within these limits using fit-to-size, entirely in your browser with no upload. Your videos stay private, which matters for gaming clips and personal content.

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Steps

Open FastEdit

Go to app.fastedit.net. No installation, account, or Discord login needed, runs entirely in your browser.

Load your video

Drag and drop your video clip (MP4, MOV, WebM, or any supported format). It is processed locally, nothing is uploaded to any server.

Set fit-to-size to 25MB (or 500MB for Nitro)

Enable fit-to-size and enter 25MB for Discord free or 500MB for Nitro. FastEdit automatically adjusts bitrate to hit the target.

Trim to the best part

Shorter clips fit more quality into 25MB. Trim to the key moment: a 30-second clip at 25MB looks much better than a 5-minute clip at 25MB.

Export as MP4

Discord embeds MP4 with H.264 natively. Export as MP4 for inline playback, so recipients see the video directly in chat without downloading.

Benefits

Fit-to-size guarantees your video is under 25MB (free) or 500MB (Nitro), no trial and error.
MP4 with H.264 output embeds directly in Discord chat for inline playback.
Trim, crop, and compress in one step to extract the best 30 seconds of a gaming clip.
No upload to any third-party server. Your gaming clips and personal videos stay private.
Works with any input format: MP4, MOV, WebM, MKV, and more.

Compression Tips

Discord free tier: 25MB limit. Discord Nitro: 500MB limit. FastEdit's fit-to-size targets either precisely.
For a 1-minute clip at 25MB, you get roughly 3 Mbps bitrate at 1080p, good quality for gaming clips and screen recordings.
Shorter clips look better. A 15-second highlight at 25MB (13 Mbps) looks excellent. A 5-minute video at 25MB (0.7 Mbps) will be noticeably compressed.
Export as MP4 with H.264 for Discord inline embedding. WebM also works but MP4 has broader device support.
Reduce to 720p for clips over 2 minutes. At 25MB, 720p preserves quality better than 1080p for longer videos.

Free. No upload. No watermark. No account. No limits.

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FAQ

What is Discord's file size limit?

What format works best for Discord?

Can I compress a 5-minute video to 25MB?

Is my video uploaded to a server?

Is it free?