Is Animoto's video compressor really free?

Yes, completely. There's no cost, no subscription, and no hidden fees. You can compress video files as many times as you like, at no charge.

Will there be a watermark on my downloaded video?

No. Your downloaded file is clean. No watermark, nothing added.

Do I need to create an account to compress video?

No. This tool requires no signup, no email address, and no account of any kind. Open the page and start compressing.

Are my video files uploaded to a server when I compress them?

No. All processing happens locally in your browser. Your files never leave your device and are never sent to any server.

What video formats does the compressor support?

You can upload MP4, MOV, WebM, MKV, and AVI files up to 1GB. You can export your compressed video as MP4 or WebM.

How much can I compress a video file?

That depends on the source file and your target size settings. You choose the target file size before compressing, so you control the output.

Can I use this tool on my phone or tablet?

Yes. After uploading, you can drag your clips into any sequence you want before joining them.

What is the maximum file size I can compress?

The tool supports video files up to 1GB.

Can I compress a video to a specific size?

Animoto's video compressor allows you to set a target size % of your original file. We'll aim to compress to your desired size while maintaining video quality.

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Video compressor

Shrink your video file size without losing quality. Compress right in your browser, no signup, no watermark, download instantly.

Drop a video here, or click to browse

MP4, MOV, WebM, MKV or AVI · Up to 1GB

1 · Upload

Drop in your video. Nothing is ever uploaded to a server.

2 · Format your video

Pick a format and a target file size.

3 · Download

Get your compressed video, ready to share.

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Format your video

Download format

MP4 plays everywhere. WebM often compresses a little smaller.

Select target size (%)

Select a target file size as a percentage of the original. Smaller values compress more. For example, a 100MB file becomes 25MB at 25%. We keep the original resolution wherever possible.

Compression happens in real time, so a 5-minute video takes about 5 minutes. Keep this tab open and in the foreground while it runs.

Compressing your video

0% done

Compression runs in real time (a 5 minute video takes 5 minutes to compress). Keep this tab open and in the foreground so it doesn't slow down or stall.

Your video is ready

Shrink your video file size to meet your needs. You set the target file size. You choose the format. The result is a file you can actually use.

It all takes place within your browser. Nothing gets uploaded to a server.

STEP BY STEP

How to compress a video online

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Upload your video

Drag your video file into the tool, or click to browse your device. The video compressor accepts MP4, MOV, WebM, MKV, and AVI files up to 1GB.

Choose your settings

Pick your target file size and select your preferred output format: MP4 or WebM. The tool does the rest.

Download your compressed video

Hit compress and download your file instantly. Smaller file size. No watermark. No account required.

Everything you get, at a glance

Free, no strings attached

Animoto's video compressor is completely free to use. No subscription, no trial, no credit card.

You control the output

Pick your target file size and output format before you compress. You're not locked into one-size-fits-all results.

Broad format support

Combining multiple recordings from the same session into one file before storing or uploading? Simpler than managing a folder of separate clips.

No signup required

Open the tool and start compressing. We don't ask for your email or create an account on your behalf.

No watermark

Download your compressed video and it's yours, clean. We don't add anything to your file.

Nothing is sent to a server

All processing happens locally on your device. Your videos are never uploaded to a server or stored anywhere. What you upload stays with you.

Tips for better results

Set a realistic target file size

The bigger the compression, the more quality trade-off you may see. If quality matters, compress in stages rather than going from very large to very small in one pass.

Choose the right output format

MP4 works almost everywhere and is the safest choice for sharing. WebM is a strong option for web use and tends to compress efficiently at lower file sizes

Start with the highest quality source file you have

Compressing an already-compressed video compounds quality loss. Always compress from the original or highest-quality version of your file.

Video compression use cases

Compressing video for email and messaging

Most email clients cap attachments at 25MB. Compress your video file down to a shareable size without re-recording or re-editing.

Compressing video for social media

Shooting in short takes and need to combine them before posting? Join your clips together without jumping into a full editing suite.

Compressing video for websites and landing pages

Large video files slow down page load times. Compress your video to keep your site fast without sacrificing visual quality.

Compressing video for presentations

Embedding a large video in a slide deck can make the file unwieldy. Compress it first and your presentation stays responsive and easy to share.

Compressing video for storage and archiving

Running low on storage? Compressing older video files is one of the fastest ways to free up space without deleting anything.

Compressing video before editing

Working with large raw files? Compress video to a more manageable size before bringing it into your editing workflow.

Video Compression FAQs

Do more than compress video

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"Running our Animoto video on Facebook and Instagram, not only increased awareness of the Nest brand but we also made 4x our usual online sales."

Matt CavallaroFounder

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"Animoto simplifies video creation without sacrificing quality. Our team produces videos in an hour or two that would take days with a tool like Premiere."

Natasha von KaenelProduct Marketing Manager