Compress Video for Snapchat

Optimize video for Snapchat Snaps, Stories, and Spotlight. Vertical 9:16 is essential.

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Snapchat Video Limits

Snapchat compresses all video aggressively. Single Snaps are limited to 60 seconds. Spotlight allows up to 3 minutes.

The key to good Snapchat video quality: start with an optimized source. VidCrush compresses at the right bitrate so Snapchat's re-encoding preserves maximum detail.

How It Works

Upload your video

Drag and drop or click to upload. VidCrush accepts MP4, MOV, AVI, MKV, WebM, and 20+ formats up to 500 MB.

Choose compression

Choose your target size. Maximum for Snaps (under 2.5 MB), Medium for Stories (under 30 MB).

Save and share

Download the compressed MP4 to your camera roll. Open Snapchat, tap gallery, and select your video.

Why Compress for Snapchat?

Snapchat compresses everything, so why compress first?

Better quality: Optimized source preserves more detail after Snapchat's re-encoding.
Faster sending: Smaller files send instantly.
Mobile experience: Smaller files send instantly on slow mobile data.
Spotlight: High-quality submissions get more Spotlight visibility.

Best Settings for Snapchat Videos

Resolution: 1080×1920 (9:16 vertical). Snapchat is full-screen mobile.

Format: MP4 H.264 with AAC audio (VidCrush default).

Target size: 50–100 MB for videos under 10 minutes. Under 200 MB for longer content.

Duration: Under 60 seconds for Snaps. Up to 3 minutes for Spotlight.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Snapchat's video size limit?

Snapchat Snaps are limited to about 2.5 MB after compression. Stories auto-split into 60-second segments. Spotlight allows up to 3 minutes.

How long can a Snapchat video be?

Single Snaps: 60 seconds. Stories: 60 seconds per segment. Spotlight: up to 3 minutes. Multi-snap: unlimited segments.

Why does my Snapchat video look blurry?

Snapchat aggressively compresses everything. Starting with a well-compressed source via VidCrush gives better results. Use 1080x1920 vertical MP4.

What resolution is best for Snapchat?

1080x1920 (9:16 vertical) is optimal. Snapchat displays full-screen on mobile.

Can I upload pre-recorded videos to Snapchat?

Yes. Open Snapchat, tap the gallery icon next to the capture button, and select your video from camera roll.

Does Snapchat accept all video formats?

Snapchat works best with MP4 and MOV. VidCrush outputs MP4 H.264 which is universally compatible.

How do I send a long video on Snapchat?

Snapchat auto-splits long videos into 60-second segments. Compress first to reduce total file size and improve quality.

What bitrate works best for Snapchat?

2-4 Mbps for 1080p vertical. VidCrush's Medium preset hits this automatically.

About VidCrush for Snapchat

VidCrush is a free online video compressor optimized for Snapchat. Snapchat compresses all uploads aggressively, so starting with an optimized source is key. VidCrush automatically compresses your video to fit — just target the ideal bitrate for Snaps and Stories. No signup, no watermark, output is always MP4 H.264.