Compress Video for Web
Web-optimized video loads faster and uses less bandwidth for your visitors. Compress your videos to web-ready MP4 files right in your browser.
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Web video best practices
For web embedding: target 720p at 65-75% quality. The output uses +faststart flag (moov atom first), allowing videos to start playing before fully downloading — ideal for web.
How to Get Started
Key Features
Web-optimized MP4
Output uses MP4 +faststart for progressive web playback.
Faster page loads
Smaller videos load faster, improving Core Web Vitals and user experience.
Mobile-friendly
H.264 MP4 plays on all mobile browsers without plugins.
Reduce bandwidth costs
Smaller videos mean lower CDN and hosting bandwidth bills.
Frequently Asked Questions
What settings for web video?
720p at 70-75% quality is a good target. For hero videos or large displays, use 1080p at 75%. For thumbnails or small embeds, 480p at 65%.
Should I use WebM instead of MP4 for web?
MP4 H.264 has broader support. WebM VP9 is more efficient but not supported in all browsers. MP4 is safer for general web use.
Does the output work with HTML5 video tag?
Yes. H.264 MP4 is the most widely supported HTML5 video format and works in all major browsers.
What about autoplay and muted videos?
Browsers allow autoplay for muted videos. Your video player handles autoplay; compression only affects the file itself.
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