Guide
What is the maximum video size on WhatsApp?
100 MB for a video sent the usual way, often compressed; 2 GB as a document. Beyond that, a link: up to 5 GB here.
The WhatsApp limit, plainly
| Video sent the usual way | 100 MB in 720p (64 MB in 480p on a slow connection), usually compressed |
|---|---|
| File sent as a document | Up to 2 GB |
Sources: WhatsApp help, WhatsApp privacy policy — October 2026.
How to send bigger
A TransferThing link
Drop the video here, paste the link in the chat. Up to 5 GB, without an account, and the recipient downloads in their browser.
Send it as a document
In the chat, Document, then the video: up to 2 GB, according to WhatsApp’s help.
Shrink the video
Export it at a lower resolution to get under 100 MB, at the cost of the image.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum video size on WhatsApp?
Sent the usual way, 100 MB in 720p on a good connection, 64 MB in 480p on a slow one, according to WhatsApp’s help. As a document, up to 2 GB.
Does WhatsApp compress videos?
Its help says media is usually compressed when shared, so quality may be lower than the original.
How do I send a video over 2 GB?
WhatsApp does not take more than 2 GB. Drop it on TransferThing and paste the link in the chat: up to 5 GB without an account, 500 GB with Pro.
How do I send a video as a document?
In the chat, open the attachment menu, choose Document, then pick the video: up to 2 GB.
How long does a video stay on WhatsApp?
According to its privacy policy, WhatsApp keeps sent media on its servers for up to 30 days. A TransferThing link lasts 1 to 3 days, or as long as your plan is active with Pro.
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