How-To

How to Compress Video Online for Free

July 3, 2026  ·  3 min read  ·  Fourmeld Blog

Large video files are hard to share by email or WhatsApp. Compress any MP4, MOV or AVI video online for free — no software, no signup.

1

Open Fourmeld File Converter

Go to fourmeld.com/files in your browser.

2

Upload your video

Click Upload and select your video file (MP4, MOV, AVI, MKV).

3

Select compression settings

Choose output quality — lower quality = smaller file. For WhatsApp, target under 16MB.

4

Download compressed video

Click Convert/Compress and download. Much smaller file, ready to share.

Tips

FAQs

What is the WhatsApp video size limit?

WhatsApp allows videos up to 16MB. Compress your video below this limit to share without issues.

Will video quality look bad after compression?

At medium quality settings, compression is barely noticeable on phone screens. Only on large TVs may you notice a difference.

Can I compress videos on my phone?

Yes — Fourmeld works in Chrome or Safari on any phone.

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