FeatherCutCompress a video to 8 MB
Drop a file and FeatherCut picks the resolution and bitrate so the result fits in 8 MB. Handy for older Discord limits, forums and upload forms with a very small cap.
FreeNo uploadNo watermark
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Ready
01 · Where is the video going
MB
02 · Drop your video
Drop a video hereChoose a video
or click to pick a filefrom your gallery or files · MP4, MOV, MKV, WebM, AVI
Before
After
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Processed locally, your file never leaves the device
First run downloads the engine (about 32 MB)
How it works
Three steps. A few seconds.
Drop the video
The file stays on your device. Nothing is uploaded.
We pick the settings
Resolution and bitrate tuned to fit 8 MB.
Download the MP4
H.264 + AAC, ready to send or upload.
Cheat sheet
How much video fits in 8 MB
| Video length | Resolution | Video bitrate |
|---|---|---|
| 30 s | 720p | 2 019 kb/s |
| 1 min | 540p | 977 kb/s |
| 3 min | 360p | 293 kb/s |
| 5 min | 360p | 150 kb/s |
| 10 min | too long | pick a bigger size |
Approximate, for a 16:9 video at 30 fps. FeatherCut never upscales, so a lower-resolution source stays as it is.
Tips
Getting the most out of 8 MB
- The shorter the video, the better it looks: the same size is spread over fewer seconds.
- Audio takes space too. At small sizes FeatherCut lowers the audio bitrate first, before saving on the picture.
- Came out slightly too big? The tool automatically compresses harder until the file fits.
Updated: October 2026
FAQ
Common questions
Can I change the target size?
Yes. This page sets 8 MB, but you can type any number in the Custom field.
How long a video fits in 8 MB?
See the table above. Shorter videos get a higher resolution, longer ones are saved lower so the picture stays clean.
What if my video is already under 8 MB?
FeatherCut detects it and will not compress it needlessly.
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