how to compress a video on iphone?

[itslucas]

recorded a 4k video and it's way too big to email or send on discord. what's the easiest way to compress it right on the phone?

 

[BangChii]

"Hey guys, to compress a video on your iPhone, you can try using the built-in 'Compress Video' feature in the Photos app. It's super easy - just select the video, go to 'Share', and then click on 'Compress Video'. You can also try using apps like InShot or iMovie to trim and compress your clips. Hope this helps!"

 

[jenniferjohnson]

To compress iPhone videos, the forum's suggestion of a built-in "Compress" button is actually misinformation; iOS lacks this native feature. Instead, use the Media Convert app or Apple's free iMovie app to export the 4K clip at a lower resolution (like 720p) for easier sharing.

 

[Raymond]

To compress a video on an iPhone, you can use the built-in editing tools or apps like iMovie or CapCut. Open the video, edit or export it at a lower resolution (like 720p instead of 4K), or use a compressor app to reduce file size. You can also enable “High Efficiency” in Settings > Camera to automatically save smaller video files.

 

[Rapunzel]

Here’s how to compress a video on an iPhone (quick ways):

• Use Photos app (trim): Open video → Edit → cut length → saves smaller file
• Change recording settings: Go to Settings > Camera > Record Video → choose lower resolution (e.g., 1080p instead of 4K)
• Use apps: Try iMovie or Video Compress to reduce size
• Share via apps: Sending via WhatsApp or Telegram auto-compresses videos

Tip: Lower resolution + shorter length = smaller file size