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How to Compress Video for WhatsApp Sharing

WhatsApp limits video sharing to 16MB (in-app). Compress your video to share it on WhatsApp without quality loss.

Best for: anyone sharing videos on WhatsApp

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Step by Step

1

Know the WhatsApp video limit

WhatsApp limits video sharing to 16MB in the chat. Use "View Once" or share a link for larger videos.

2

Compress with FileCraft

Go to filecraft.tools/compress-video. Use "Medium" quality to target under 16MB.

3

Check the output size

Download and verify the file is under 16MB before sharing.

4

Share on WhatsApp

In WhatsApp, tap attachment > Video > select your compressed file.

Why FileCraft?

Stay under 16MB WhatsApp limit
Faster video loading on mobile
FFmpeg-powered compression
No upload to any server

Frequently Asked Questions

What is WhatsApp's video size limit?

In-chat video: 16MB. WhatsApp Status: up to 30 seconds or 16MB. Share a YouTube or Google Photos link for longer videos.

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