Send a long video on WhatsApp as a document
Attaching a video as a Document on WhatsApp skips the ~16 MB media limit and WhatsApp's recompression — documents can be up to 2 GB. The catch is that big files take a long time to upload on mobile data and use the recipient's storage. The WhatsApp HD preset targets 64 MB: small enough to send quickly, large enough to keep a few minutes of video looking sharp.
Last updated September 2026
Compress for WhatsApp document (64 MB) →How to do it
- Open the compressor with the WhatsApp HD preset (64 MB target).
- Load your video and trim it if you only need part of it.
- Keep the original resolution for short clips; pick 1080p or 720p for longer ones.
- Compress and download the MP4.
- In WhatsApp, tap the attach icon, choose Document (not Gallery), and pick the MP4.
Tips
- Documents arrive exactly as sent — no WhatsApp recompression — so what you download here is what they'll see.
- The recipient taps the file to play it; on most phones it opens in the built-in video player.
- Need it even smaller for a slow connection? Use a custom target, e.g. 32 MB.
FAQ
How big can a WhatsApp document be?
WhatsApp allows documents up to 2 GB at the time of writing. Very large files are slow to send and receive, so compressing first is still worthwhile.
Will the video play inline in the chat?
Documents show as a file rather than a video thumbnail. Tapping it opens the phone's player. The MP4 output here plays on Android and iPhone.
Why 64 MB for the HD preset?
It's a practical middle ground: a few minutes of 1080p or longer 720p video at good quality, while still uploading reasonably fast on mobile data.