Compress Files for Discord
Discord caps uploads at 10 MB for free accounts, so a single video or photo is usually what triggers the “file too large” message. Pick what you're sending below and the right tool opens with a 10 MB target already set. Everything happens in your browser.
Compress a video
MP4, MOV, WebM — the usual reason an upload is too big.
Targets 10 MB →
Compress an image
JPG, PNG, WebP or HEIC down to an exact size.
Targets 10 MB →
Compress a PDF
Shrink scanned docs, slide decks and reports.
Targets 10 MB →
Compress a ZIP / lots of files
Recompress every image and PDF inside an archive to fit.
Targets 10 MB →
Discord upload limits by plan
| Plan | Per-file limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Free | 10 MB | The default for everyone without Nitro. |
| Nitro Basic | 50 MB | First paid tier. |
| Nitro | 500 MB | Full Nitro subscription. |
The free limit used to be 8 MB, and some older guides still quote 25 MB, so you'll see both numbers floating around. The current free cap is 10 MB — aim a little under it (say 9 MB) to leave headroom and avoid a borderline rejection.
Tips for fitting under 10 MB
- • Video is almost always the problem. Start with the video compressor and a 10 MB target.
- • Trim before you compress. A shorter clip hits the target at much higher quality.
- • Sending several files? Zip them and recompress the archive to 10 MB in one pass.
- • Still won't fit? Upload to a cloud drive and paste the link, or upgrade for Nitro's 50–500 MB limits.
Frequently asked questions
What is Discord's file size limit?
Discord lets free users upload files up to 10 MB. Nitro Basic raises that to 50 MB and full Nitro to 500 MB. The limit is per file, so a single large video is usually what blocks an upload.
How do I send a file larger than 10 MB on Discord without Nitro?
Compress it below 10 MB first. Videos are the most common culprit — run yours through the video compressor with a 10 MB target. If it still will not fit, upload it elsewhere (Google Drive, a file host) and paste the link, or trim the clip shorter.
Will compressing reduce quality?
Compressing to a smaller size is lossy, so there is some quality loss. For most videos and photos shared on Discord it is barely noticeable. Screenshots with fine text can show mild artifacts.
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. Everything runs in your browser — the file is compressed locally and never leaves your device.