Compress Video to 287MB
287MB is TikTok's iOS upload ceiling — more than 3× what Android allows (72MB), which is why iOS creators get noticeably better TikTok quality than Android creators shooting the same content. At this target, a 5-minute 1080p60 clip preserves full detail with virtually no visible loss. The gap between Android and iOS upload caps is a well-known TikTok frustration; if you're on iOS, you should almost always use this larger cap rather than compressing to Android's 72MB unnecessarily. Output is 9:16 vertical MP4 H.264. For tutorials, dance routines, or any content where sharpness matters, this is the target that keeps TikTok's re-encoder from butchering your source.
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Why compress video to 287 MB?
A 287 MB target matches a common sharing limit. Unlike a blunt percentage reduction, our tool calculates the bitrate math specifically for hitting 287 MB: total budget in kilobits, minus the audio track, divided by duration. That means a 30-second clip keeps more resolution than a 10-minute clip at the same target, which is how it should be.
With CompressYourVideo.com, just select your target size, upload your video, and download the compressed version in seconds. No signup required.
How video compression to 287 MB works
When you compress a video to 287 MB, the tool analyzes your video's duration, resolution, and content complexity to calculate the optimal bitrate. The bitrate is the amount of data used per second of video. A lower bitrate means a smaller file, but also lower visual quality.
For a moderate target like 287 MB, the process involves: (1) analyzing your video's duration to calculate the maximum bitrate that fits, (2) scaling resolution down if the bitrate is too low for the original resolution (e.g., 1080p to 720p), and (3) encoding with optimized settings that prioritize visual clarity over mathematical perfection.
Default output is MP4 with H.264 video and AAC audio — the most universally compatible format, plays inline on every device, browser, and messaging app. Need MOV, MKV, or WebM? Switch in Advanced settings. For ~30-50% smaller files at the same visual quality on modern devices, pick the H.265 / HEVC codec.
Tips for best results at 287 MB
- Trim first: Shorter videos get more bitrate per second, which means better quality at the same file size
- Good lighting helps: Well-lit footage compresses more efficiently than dark or grainy video
- Avoid text overlays: Small text and fine details are the first things to degrade during compression