Compress video to 8MB
Need to get a video under 8MB? Upload your file, and VideoTools.space will automatically calculate the bitrate needed to hit 8MB — then compress it in your browser using FFmpeg. Perfect for Discord, messaging apps, and email attachments.
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Why 8MB?
Discord's free file upload limit is 8MB (25MB for Nitro Basic, 500MB for Nitro). This makes 8MB the most common compression target for gamers, communities, and content creators sharing clips online.
Other contexts where 8MB matters: WhatsApp Web (25MB limit but 8MB is a safe target for fast delivery), some email attachments, and older messaging platforms.
Tips for best quality at 8MB
- Trim first: Cut unnecessary content before compressing. A 30-second clip will look much better than a 2-minute clip at 8MB.
- Remove audio: If sound isn't needed, removing the audio track saves 20–30% of the bitrate budget for video quality.
- Reduce resolution: 720p or 480p at 8MB looks better than 1080p with heavy compression artifacts.
- Lower FPS: 24fps instead of 60fps can significantly improve visual quality at the same file size.
Frequently asked questions
What is Discord's video file size limit?
Discord free: 8MB. Discord Nitro Basic: 25MB. Discord Nitro: 500MB. Servers can also boost to 25MB or 100MB.
How long a video fits in 8MB?
At reasonable quality: roughly 30 seconds at 1080p, 60–90 seconds at 720p, or 3–4 minutes at 480p with audio removed.
Why is my 8MB video still too blurry?
The video is too long for 8MB. Trim it shorter — the longer the video, the lower the quality at a fixed file size.
Related tools
AudioTools.space — Free browser-based audio editing. Trim, merge, convert, normalize, remove silence — no upload required.
SubtitleTools.space — Edit SRT files, fix timing, convert VTT to SRT, and more — all in your browser.