Compress Videos for Steam

Compress gaming videos for Steam Community uploads. Steam supports video showcases and guides up to 200MB.

Quick Compress
Choose a file, pick how small it should be, and compress locally.
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Steam Video Requirements

  • File size limit: 200MB (Community videos)
  • Recommended format: MP4
  • Recommended codec: H.264 (AVC)

How to Compress for Steam

  1. Upload gameplay video
  2. Set to 1080p 60fps
  3. Target under 200MB
  4. Compress with H.264

Optimization Tips

  • Target 180MB for community videos
  • 1080p recommended for gameplay
  • 60fps for smooth gaming footage
  • H.264 codec standard

Why Compress Videos for Steam?

  • 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 Steam's video file size limit?

Steam has a file size limit of 200MB (Community videos). 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 Steam support?

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

Why won't Steam accept my video?

The most common reason is file size exceeding 200MB (Community videos). Other issues include unsupported formats or resolutions. Compress your video and ensure it's in MP4 format before uploading.

Does Steam compress my videos automatically?

Steam 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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