Quick answer: To compress a video to 5 MB, open it here, keep the 5 MB target and download the MP4. A 30-second clip fits at about 540p and a one-minute clip at about 360p. Longer videos are flagged as too long instead of being turned into mush, and the video is never uploaded.
Some application forms, marketplaces and profile pages accept only tiny videos. 5 MB works well for clips under a minute; the tool shows the resolution you will get before you start.
Compress video to 5 MB at a glance
| Price | Free, no sign-up, no watermark, no daily limit |
|---|---|
| Accepts | MP4 · MOV · WebM · MKV |
| Largest file | 2 GB per file |
| Where it runs | In your browser: files are never uploaded |
| Works on | Chrome and Edge, Safari 17+, Firefox 130+ on iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac and Linux |
| Send the result | Download it, or send it free with a link or by email (up to 20 GB) |
How to compress video to 5 MB
- Choose a short video, ideally under a minute.
- Keep 5 MB, or pick 4 MB if the form counts sizes strictly.
- Check the estimate: it shows the resolution the clip will get.
- Press Compress to 5 MB and download the MP4.
What fits in 5 MB
5 MB is about 42 megabits for picture and sound together. For a normal 30 fps video that means:
| Length | Resolution you get | Verdict |
|---|---|---|
| 15 seconds | 720p | Looks good |
| 30 seconds | about 540p | Fine on a phone |
| 1 minute | about 360p | Soft but clear enough |
| 2 to 3 minutes | 240p | Only for simple footage |
The tool lowers the resolution for you so each frame keeps enough detail; forcing 1080p into 5 MB would give a blocky mess.
Tips for tiny targets
- Trim first: a 20-second clip at 720p beats a 2-minute clip at 240p. Use Trim video, then come back.
- Drop the sound with the Remove the sound box if the form only needs the picture.
- Pick 4 MB when a form says “max 5 MB” but still refuses the file: some count 1 MB as 1,000,000 bytes and add their own overhead.
Need a loop without sound?
For a silent, looping preview a GIF may be what the site expects, although GIFs are bigger than MP4 for the same clip. Try Video to GIF for a few seconds of footage. For anything long, send a download link instead of squeezing the video.
How this compares
| This tool | Online converters (e.g. Clideo, FreeConvert or CloudConvert) | Desktop apps (e.g. HandBrake) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Your file is uploaded | No | Yes, to their servers | No |
| Install or account | None | Account for some features | Install needed |
| Watermark or daily limits | None | Common on free plans | Depends on the app |
Plans of other services change; check their sites. More video tools.
Frequently asked questions
Can a one-minute video be 5 MB?
Yes, at about 360p. It stays watchable on a phone, but small text and fast motion get soft. Trim it to 30 seconds for about 540p.
Why does the page say my video is too long?
Below roughly 90 kbps of video the picture falls apart at any size, so the tool stops and suggests trimming or a bigger target instead of producing an unwatchable file.
What format is the result?
An MP4 with H.264 video and AAC sound, which every phone, browser and upload form accepts.
Is there a watermark?
No. There is no watermark, no sign-up and no upload.
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