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How to compress video for LinkedIn

LinkedIn accepts video up to 5 GB and 10 minutes long. The platform re-encodes for streaming. Vertical (4:5 or 1:1) videos perform better in feed than horizontal — a content choice, not a technical one.

Size limit

5000 MB

Target output: 200 MB (with safety margin)

Recommended settings

CodecH.264
CRF (quality)23
Audio bitrate128 Kbps AAC
QuickVid modeRecommended

ffmpeg one-liner

For terminal-comfortable users, here's the exact command:

ffmpeg -i input.mp4 -c:v libx264 -crf 23 -preset medium -vf scale=-2:1080 -c:a aac -b:a 128k -movflags +faststart output.mp4

Install ffmpeg via Homebrew: brew install ffmpeg

Tips

  • •LinkedIn favors video that doesn't require sound — add captions or burned-in text
  • •Vertical/square videos get 38% more views than horizontal on LinkedIn (per their data)
  • •1080p source preferred — LinkedIn down-samples for low-bandwidth viewers automatically
  • •Subtitles via SRT upload boost engagement on autoplay-muted feeds

Skip the terminal

QuickVid Compress wraps these settings into a one-click "Recommended" mode. Drop your video, pick the mode, save the result. About 30 seconds end-to-end.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the video size limit for LinkedIn?

LinkedIn's default video size limit is 5000 MB. Standard (10 min max): 5000 MB. To fit comfortably below the limit, target 200 MB when compressing.

What's the best codec for LinkedIn?

H.264 at CRF 23 produces the best balance of size and quality for LinkedIn. 128 Kbps AAC audio is the right pairing — universal compatibility and small footprint.

How do I compress a video for LinkedIn on Mac?

Drop the file into a Mac compressor like QuickVid Compress (use the "Recommended" mode) or run the ffmpeg one-liner: ffmpeg -i input.mp4 -c:v libx264 -crf 23 -preset medium -vf scale=-2:1080 -c:a aac -b:a 128k -movflags +faststart output.mp4. Both produce output that fits LinkedIn's 5000 MB limit with no visible quality loss.

Why does LinkedIn reject my video?

Most rejections are file-size related: LinkedIn caps at 5000 MB. Other reasons include unsupported codec (use H.264 for maximum compatibility, not HEVC), missing the +faststart flag (which keeps streaming usable on slow connections), or audio in a non-AAC container.

Can I send larger videos via LinkedIn?

Alternatively, host the video elsewhere (YouTube unlisted, Google Drive, Dropbox) and share a link. For sensitive content where you don't want third-party hosting, compress aggressively to fit the free tier.