TikTok Video Size Limits
Upload file size, length and format limits for TikTok
Last reviewed on June 10, 2026
iPhone (iOS) Upload
Per video, in-app
Android Upload
Per video, in-app
Web Upload
Via tiktok.com
TikTok Upload Limits by Method
| Upload Method | Max File Size | Max Length | Recommended Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| iPhone / iOS app | 287.6 MB | 10 minutes | MP4, MOV |
| Android app | 72 MB | 10 minutes | MP4, MOV |
| Web (tiktok.com) | Up to 10 GB | 60 minutes | MP4, MOV, WebM |
| In-app recording | n/a (recorded live) | 10 minutes | Captured in-app |
TikTok does not publish a single official size limit; the figures above reflect the limits most widely reported and observed across iOS, Android and web as of 2026. Actual caps can vary by app version and region.
Upload Methods Explained
📱 iPhone (iOS)
Maximum: 287.6 MB
- Highest mobile file-size cap
- Up to 10 minutes long
- Upload from camera roll
- Best for HD clips on the go
🤖 Android
Maximum: 72 MB
- Lower cap than iOS
- Up to 10 minutes long
- Compress long clips first
- Or upload via web instead
🌐 Web Browser
Maximum: up to 10 GB
- Far higher size headroom
- Up to 60 minutes long
- Best for 4K and long videos
- Upload at tiktok.com/upload
🎬 In-App Camera
Length: up to 10 minutes
- Record directly in TikTok
- Add effects and sounds live
- No file to manage
- Great for native engagement
Recommended Video Specs
📐 Resolution
- 1080 × 1920 (Full HD)
- Aspect ratio 9:16 (vertical)
- Up to 4K supported on web
- Minimum 540 × 960
Vertical 9:16 fills the screen
🎞️ Format & Codec
- MP4: ✅ Recommended
- MOV: ✅ Recommended
- WebM: ✅ Web upload
- H.264 / H.265 codec
MP4 (H.264) is the safest choice
⏱️ Length Tiers
- 15 seconds: classic clip
- 60 seconds: standard
- 3 / 10 minutes: long-form (app)
- 60 minutes: web upload
Shorter clips often perform best
🔊 Frame Rate & Bitrate
- 30 or 60 fps
- Higher bitrate = larger file
- Stereo audio (AAC)
- Keep under the size cap
Lower bitrate to fit mobile caps
How to Upload Large or Long Videos
1. Upload via the Web
Beat the mobile caps:
- tiktok.com/upload allows up to 10 GB
- Supports videos up to 60 minutes
- Best for 4K and long-form
- Use a desktop browser
2. Compress Before Uploading
Shrink to fit 72 MB / 287 MB:
- Lower the bitrate
- Export at 1080p instead of 4K
- Trim dead space
- Use H.264 for efficient size
3. Match the Aspect Ratio
Avoid black bars:
- Export at 9:16 vertical
- 1080 × 1920 is ideal
- Keep key action centered
- Leave room for the UI overlay
4. Check Length Limits
Plan around duration:
- In-app: up to 10 minutes
- Web: up to 60 minutes
- Split very long videos into parts
- Hook viewers in the first seconds
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum TikTok video file size?
It depends on how you upload. In the app, the cap is about 287.6 MB on iPhone (iOS) and 72 MB on Android. Uploading from a desktop browser at tiktok.com raises the limit dramatically — up to around 10 GB — which is the best route for large, high-resolution files.
Why is the Android file-size limit lower than iPhone?
TikTok applies different in-app upload caps per platform. iOS allows roughly 287.6 MB per video, while Android is limited to about 72 MB. If your Android file is too large, compress it to a lower bitrate or upload it through the web instead.
How long can a TikTok video be?
Videos can be up to 10 minutes when recorded or uploaded in the app. Uploading from the web supports much longer videos — up to 60 minutes. TikTok has gradually increased the maximum length from 15 seconds to 1, 3 and 10 minutes over time.
What video format does TikTok recommend?
MP4 and MOV are the recommended formats, with H.264 the safest codec. The web uploader also accepts WebM. Use a 9:16 vertical aspect ratio at 1080 × 1920 for the best on-screen result.
How do I upload a 4K video to TikTok?
Use the web uploader at tiktok.com/upload, which supports large files (up to ~10 GB) and higher resolutions. In-app uploads are capped at 287.6 MB (iOS) or 72 MB (Android), so a 4K file usually has to go through the web or be compressed first.