Compress Video for Discord Online Free

Discord enforces different file size limits based on your subscription tier. Free users can upload files up to 10MB (previously 8MB), while Nitro Basic subscribers get 25MB, Nitro subscribers get 50MB, and Nitro with Server Boost can share files up to 100MB. Understanding these limits is the first step to sharing videos on Discord. Our compressor has built-in presets for each tier, so you can simply select your Discord plan and the tool will automatically calculate the optimal bitrate to hit your target size.

Compressing a video for Discord takes just three steps. First, drag and drop your video file into the compressor. Second, select the 'Auto' mode and choose the Discord preset that matches your subscription (8MB, 10MB, 25MB, 50MB, or 100MB). Third, click 'Compress Video' and wait a few seconds for the process to complete. The reduced video will download automatically. Because all processing happens in your browser using WebAssembly, your video never leaves your device — perfect for sensitive content.

For Discord, we recommend H.264 video codec with AAC audio, which offers the best compatibility across all devices. A resolution of 720p (1280x720) is usually sufficient for Discord sharing and helps keep file sizes small. If your video is short (under 30 seconds), you can often keep 1080p resolution. For longer videos, dropping to 720p or even 480p can dramatically reduce file size while maintaining acceptable quality for casual viewing.

Unlike other compressors that upload your video to a server, our tool processes everything locally in your browser. This means complete privacy — your videos are never stored on any server. There's no file size limit beyond your browser's memory, no registration required, and no watermarks added to your output. The compressor uses GPU acceleration when available, making it one of the fastest Discord video compressors available online.