Video Compressor
Compress a video to a smaller file size right in your browser by re-recording it at a lower bitrate and resolution — free, fast and private.
Choose a video to begin.
Your result will appear here.
How to use Video Compressor
- Choose a video file from your device.
- Pick a target quality (lower quality = smaller file).
- Click Process Video and wait while it re-records.
- Download the smaller WebM video.
Honest limit: browsers cannot re-encode native MP4/H.264. This tool re-records your video to WebM at a lower bitrate and resolution, which genuinely shrinks the file. Output is a .webm file, not MP4.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Video Compressor free?
Yes, it is 100% free with no sign-up. Your files and data stay in your browser.
How much smaller will my video get?
Typically 50–80% smaller at the Low setting, depending on the original bitrate and length.
Is my file uploaded to a server?
No. This tool runs entirely in your browser — your file is never uploaded.
Why is the output a WebM file, not MP4?
Browsers cannot encode native MP4/H.264. The tool re-records to WebM, which plays in all modern browsers and players.