Compress Video for WhatsApp

WhatsApp enforces a strict 16MB file size limit for video sharing, which means most videos recorded on modern smartphones won't send without compression. A 30-second 1080p clip from an iPhone or Samsung easily hits 50-80MB -- well over the limit. You're stuck choosing between terrible quality from WhatsApp's built-in compression or not sending the video at all.

Coda One's Video Compressor handles this directly. Upload your video, adjust the quality slider to hit your target size, and download a compressed MP4 that fits within WhatsApp's limit while keeping the video watchable. The tool runs FFmpeg WebAssembly in your browser, and video files are not uploaded to our servers during compression.

For WhatsApp specifically, Medium to Medium-Low quality is a practical starting point. This often cuts file size substantially, which is usually enough to bring short smartphone clips closer to the 16MB limit. The output is MP4 with H.264 encoding, a format WhatsApp handles reliably. If you're compressing longer videos (2+ minutes), consider trimming first or using a lower quality setting to stay within the limit.

The entire process usually takes a few minutes for a typical 1-minute video, depending on your device. Signup is not required to start, and no watermark is added to the output.