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Video
Compressor
Compress your video file online by up to 90%, with no visible quality loss. This tool is free and nothing is uploaded to our servers.
Drag and drop video file to compress
Fast and easy
video compression
Quickly convert videos within seconds so you can keep your work flowing. Simply drag and drop your video, and we'll handle the rest.
Retain video quality
Quality matters to us. Whether you're sharing a video for a product demo or your portfolio, we ensure it looks its best.
Accepted file formats
Our video compressor reduces the size of almost any video file type, including MP4, AVI, MOV, FLV, and more.
Secure video compression
We've built this video compression tool to upload and compress your video directly in your browser. Your files will not even leave your device, and nothing will be uploaded to our servers.
Getting started
1. Drag and drop your video file onto this page.
2. We'll start to compress the video right away. No uploading required.
3. Compare the original and compressed video with a side by slide slider.
4. Download your file, and you're good to go.
Frequently asked questions
Can I compress my videos for free with Rotato?
Yes. Any video file type. Select video, compress, and download. Video compression is that simple.
Will you store my videos online after the compression?
No. In fact, your file is simply processed to your browser for the sake of compression. We don't, and will not, store anything on our servers.
Should I compress my videos?
If there's a need for it. Many of our users need to reduce the size of their files for sharing; usually, they have to upload them to a platform where there's a size limit. Smaller files are also better for storage and for reducing bandwidth usage and costs.
How does this tool work?
Our video compressor is powered by FFmpeg, an open-source software for compressing files that has been around for more than two decades. We actually run this right in your browser. No need to install or download any apps. Works on Windows, Mac, Linux and ChromeOS. Our system then uses H.264 algorithms to detect and remove redundant data in your video file, significantly reducing the file size. We also try to lower the bitrate—the amount of data used per second—to further reduce the file size—but only in segments of the video where it is needed and will not affect the quality of the video.
Some videos get bigger after compression, what's up with that?
This is most likely because the video is already compressed. Unfortunately, you can only drink a beer once.
Can I compress videos offline?
Of course, we've built a desktop version of this tool for those who are always on the go (or have a poor Internet connection). You can download the offline video compressor here.
What's Rotato?
We're a platform with a suite of online and offline tools that simplify design work for professionals worldwide. Designers, product managers, and business owners use our product to not only compress files but also create stunning animated mockups of their work to showcase. Check us out.