Compress Videos for Loom

Compress videos before uploading to Loom to save on bandwidth and processing time. While Loom handles compression, pre-compressing gives you control.

Quick Compress
Choose a file, pick how small it should be, and compress locally.
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Percentage is applied to the original file size.

Loom Video Requirements

  • File size limit: 4GB (Per video on free plan)
  • Recommended format: MP4
  • Recommended codec: H.264 (AVC)

How to Compress for Loom

  1. Select screen recording
  2. Choose 720p or 1080p
  3. Target 200-500MB
  4. Upload compressed file

Optimization Tips

  • 720p is ideal for screen recordings
  • 1080p if showing detailed design work
  • Keep under 500MB for faster uploads
  • H.264 codec ensures quick processing

Why Compress Videos for Loom?

  • Meet platform size limits without quality loss
  • Faster uploads and sharing
  • Better experience for recipients on slow connections
  • Avoid platform re-compression for better quality

Process Locally, Not in the Cloud

Your videos are compressed right in your browser - nothing gets uploaded to our servers or anywhere else. This means faster processing, complete privacy, and no file size limits from upload restrictions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Loom's video file size limit?

Loom has a file size limit of 4GB (Per video on free plan). To ensure successful uploads, we recommend compressing your video to slightly below this limit. Our tool can help you target the exact file size you need.

What video format does Loom support?

Loom works best with MP4 format using H.264 codec. This combination ensures compatibility across all devices and smooth playback.

Why won't Loom accept my video?

The most common reason is file size exceeding 4GB (Per video on free plan). Other issues include unsupported formats or resolutions. Compress your video and ensure it's in MP4 format before uploading.

Does Loom compress my videos automatically?

Loom may apply its own compression after upload, which can reduce quality. By compressing your video beforehand with our tool, you have full control over the quality settings and can often achieve better results than automatic platform compression.

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