How to Compress a Video to 100MB (Free, Browser-Based, 2026)
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Quick Answer
To compress a video to 100MB: upload to FileCurve Video Compressor, set resolution 1080p, bitrate 8000kbps, codec H.264. A 2-minute clip lands at 80–100MB with full HD quality. Perfect for LMS, Slack, and WhatsApp Business catalog videos.
Step-by-step
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Upload video to FileCurve Video Compressor.
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Set resolution: 1080p for up to 2 min, 720p for 3–5 min.
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Bitrate: 8000kbps (1080p) or 5000kbps (720p).
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Codec H.264, audio AAC 160kbps.
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Download.
Expected output
Format
MP4, H.264
Quality setting
1080p at 8000kbps — broadcast quality
Estimated size
20–50% of original
Why you might need this
- →LMS platforms (Moodle, Canvas) with 100MB video caps
- →Slack file uploads
- →Google Classroom assignments
- →Long-form content at high quality
Troubleshooting
Slack rejects my 99MB file
Slack free caps at 1GB, 100MB is fine. Check file type — Slack blocks some container formats.
Frequently asked questions
Is 100MB enough for a 5-minute HD video?
At 720p yes — 5 min × 2.5Mbps ≈ 95MB. At 1080p, trim to 2 min or drop bitrate.
Will this quality survive re-upload to YouTube?
Yes — 1080p at 8000kbps is close to YouTube's recommended upload bitrate.