As of November 2026, Discord’s help page says free accounts can send files up to 20 MB, Nitro Basic 50 MB and Nitro up to 1 GB. Under 18 MB is chosen for you, so the video fits the free limit.
Choose one video, up to 10 minutes and about 2 GB. We check the finished file and try once more if needed. If it’s still too big, you’ll see its size before you download.
Also: Compress Video: every size
How to compress a video for Discord
On iPhone
- Open this page in Safari.
- Tap Add Video and choose the video from Photos.
- Under 18 MB is already chosen. Tap Compress Video.
- Tap Save or Share, then Save Video to put it in Photos.
- In Discord, add the saved video to your message.
On Android
- Open this page in Chrome.
- Tap Add Video and pick the video.
- Tap Compress Video.
- Tap Save or Share, or Download file to keep it in your downloads.
- In Discord, add the saved video to your message.
On a computer
- Open this page in Chrome, Edge, Firefox or Safari.
- Click Add Video, or drag the video onto the page.
- Click Compress Video, then Download Video, and drag the file into Discord.
Questions
What is Discord’s file size limit?
As of November 2026, Discord’s File Attachments FAQ says 20 MB for free accounts, 50 MB with Nitro Basic and up to 1 GB with Nitro. The free limit went up from 10 MB in August 2026. Limits change, so check the app if you’re close.
Why Under 18 MB and not 20 MB?
It leaves a little room, so the file fits however the app counts megabytes. We check the finished file and try once more if it’s too big.
How long a video fits?
At normal quality, about 6 minutes fits under 18 MB, and about 3½ minutes under 10 MB. Longer videos get a Make it fit anyway (lower quality) button, or you can trim the video first.
Will it lose quality?
Some. The new MP4 is at up to 720p and 30 frames per second, and longer videos look blurrier at the same size.
Does Compress Video work on iPhone and Android?
Yes, in Safari on iPhone and iPad and in Chrome on Android, kept up to date. iPhones need iOS 26 or later. If your phone or browser can’t do a video, you’ll see a message instead of a broken file.
Is my video uploaded?
No. Your video is made on your phone or computer and never leaves it, so a big video doesn’t need a fast connection. We only collect anonymous usage counts and error reports, listed on the privacy page.
