Compress Video for Facebook Online Free
Facebook supports large video files, but smaller videos upload faster and play more smoothly. Our free Facebook video compressor helps you optimize videos for Facebook posts, stories, and reels — all in your browser with complete privacy.
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Supports MP4, WebM, MOV, MKV, AVI and 10+ more formats · Max 2GB
Facebook Video Requirements
Facebook supports MP4 and MOV formats with H.264 video codec and AAC audio. Maximum file size is 10GB, and videos can be up to 240 minutes long. Recommended resolution is 1280x720 (720p) or 1920x1080 (1080p). For Facebook Stories, use 9:16 vertical aspect ratio at 1080x1920.
How to Compress Video for Facebook
Upload your video, select the 'Best Balance' preset, and click compress. For Facebook Stories, trim your video to 20 seconds or less and use vertical 9:16 format. The compressed video will upload faster and play more smoothly on Facebook.
Facebook Video Best Practices
For Facebook feed videos, use 16:9 or 1:1 aspect ratio. Add captions since videos autoplay muted in the feed. Keep videos under 2 minutes for highest engagement. For Facebook Stories, use 9:16 vertical format and keep videos under 20 seconds. Compress before uploading to reduce processing time.
Facebook Reels Video Tips
Facebook Reels support 9:16 vertical videos up to 90 seconds. Use 1080x1920 resolution at 30fps. Add music and effects within Facebook after uploading. Compress your video with the 'Best Balance' preset before uploading for faster processing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum video size for Facebook?
Facebook allows videos up to 10GB and 240 minutes long. However, smaller files upload faster and play more smoothly.
What video format does Facebook support?
Facebook supports MP4 and MOV with H.264 video codec and AAC audio. Our compressor outputs MP4 by default for Facebook compatibility.
How long can Facebook videos be?
Facebook videos can be up to 240 minutes long. For Stories, videos must be 20 seconds or less. For Reels, videos can be up to 90 seconds.
What aspect ratio should I use for Facebook?
For feed videos, use 16:9 (landscape) or 1:1 (square). For Stories and Reels, use 9:16 (vertical). Our trimmer can help you prepare your video in the right format.
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