Introduction
Uploading large video files to Muvi Platform can take time and may require additional bandwidth and storage. To ensure a smoother upload experience, it is recommended to optimize your files before uploading.
Maximum Browser Upload Limit
- You can upload video files of up to 30 GB directly through the browser uploader.
- For large video files, we recommend compressing the file before uploading using tools such as HandBrake or any other professional video compression software.
Why Compress Large Video Files
Compressing large video files before upload offers several benefits:
- Faster Upload Speed: Smaller files upload more quickly and reduce the chances of interruption due to unstable internet connections.
- Faster Encoding Time: Compressed videos are processed and encoded faster after upload.
- Saves Storage Space: Reduced file sizes help optimize storage usage on your platform.
- Easier File Management: Smaller files are easier to transfer, archive, and manage.
Automatic Compression During Encoding
Once uploaded, our platform also optimizes and compresses video files during the encoding process to generate streaming-ready formats. However, uploading a pre-compressed file can significantly improve overall processing time.
Optimal Video Upload Specifications
Below are the recommended specifications for a 1-hour video, including resolution-wise file size, bitrate, and related parameters.:
| Video Resolution | Recommended Upload File Size for 1 Hour Video | Frames Per Second (FPS) | Average Input Bitrate | Audio Bitrate | Recommended Format |
|---|
| 240p (426 × 240) | 200–300 MB | 24 FPS | 400–600 kbps | 64 kbps | MP4 |
| 360p (640 × 360) | 350–500 MB | 24–30 FPS | 800 kbps – 1 Mbps | 96 kbps | MP4 |
| 480p (854 × 480) | 700 MB – 1.2 GB | 30 FPS | 1–2.5 Mbps | 128 kbps | MP4 |
| 720p HD (1280 × 720) | 1.5–3 GB | 30 FPS | 2.5–5 Mbps | 128–192 kbps | MP4 |
| 1080p Full HD (1920 × 1080) | 3–6 GB | 30–60 FPS | 5–8 Mbps | 192 kbps | MP4 |
| 1440p 2K (2560 × 1440) | 6–12 GB | 30–60 FPS | 8–16 Mbps | 192–256 kbps | MP4 |
| 2160p 4K (3840 × 2160) | 12–25 GB | 60 FPS | 20–35 Mbps | 256–320 kbps | MP4 |
| 4320p 8K (7680 × 4320) | 30 GB+ (compression strongly recommended) | 60 FPS | 50–100 Mbps | 320 kbps+ | MP4 |
How to Optimize Videos to Save Bandwidth & Storage
We strongly recommend pre-processing your videos before uploading. Optimizing your files in advance helps reduce bandwidth usage, minimize storage consumption, speed up encoding, and ensure a smoother playback experience for your viewers. To learn more about how to pre-process your videos to save bandwidth and storage, click here.