Compress Video Under 8MB

8MB is a tight constraint that requires aggressive compression, but it's still achievable with good quality for short clips. This size was Discord's original free limit and is still common on forums, older platforms, and when bandwidth is limited.

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Compress under 8MB

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How to Compress Video Under 8MB

  1. 1
    Add your video

    Drop your clip into ClipBunny.

  2. 2
    Select 8MB target

    Choose the 8MB preset for maximum compression.

  3. 3
    Consider trimming

    Shorter clips work much better at 8MB.

  4. 4
    Compress

    Processing happens entirely in your browser.

  5. 5
    Download

    Get your compact video file.

Tips for best results

  • Keep clips under 30 seconds for best quality at 8MB
  • 480p or even 360p may be necessary for longer videos
  • Remove audio if not needed - it saves significant space
  • Simple content (less motion) compresses better

Frequently asked questions

How much video fits in 8MB?

At reasonable quality: about 15-30 seconds at 720p, or 45-60 seconds at 480p. Highly compressed: up to 2 minutes at 360p.

What was Discord's 8MB limit?

Discord originally had an 8MB file limit for free users. This was increased to 25MB in 2022, but many older references still mention 8MB.

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