LinkedIn video posts consistently drive higher engagement than text-only content, but quality matters on a professional platform. LinkedIn recommends H.264 MP4 with AAC audio — and videos that are clear, stable, and properly encoded get autoplay in the feed. Encoding your video correctly before upload ensures it plays smoothly on desktop and mobile without buffering or quality degradation.

LinkedIn Video Requirements

Recommended Codec
H.264 (AVC)
Container
MP4 or ASF
Max Resolution
4096×2304
Recommended Resolution
1080p (1920×1080)
Max File Size
5 GB
Max Duration
15 min (web), 10 min (app)
Min Duration
3 seconds
Audio Codec
AAC or MPEG-4 audio
Frame Rate
10–60 fps

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Prepare a LinkedIn-ready H.264 MP4 at 1080p — looks professional on every device.

Create a free account to claim 1000 tokens — enough for about 1000 minutes of 1080p H.264/H.265 or roughly 200 minutes of 1080p AV1 encoding.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best video format for LinkedIn?

MP4 with H.264 video and AAC audio is LinkedIn's recommended format. It supports the widest range of upload tools and produces the most reliable autoplay in the LinkedIn feed.

What file size should a LinkedIn video be?

LinkedIn allows videos up to 5 GB, but practically, 1080p H.264 MP4 files for typical 1–5 minute LinkedIn posts are 100–500 MB — well within limits and fast to upload.

Does LinkedIn auto-play video?

Yes. LinkedIn autoplays videos in the feed on mute. The first few seconds of your video are critical — ensure your visual content is engaging from frame one. Our encoder preserves every detail in those opening frames.

Can I upload 4K video to LinkedIn?

LinkedIn accepts up to 4096×2304 resolution. However, most LinkedIn video is consumed on mobile and desktop at 1080p or lower. Encoding at 1080p keeps file size manageable and loading fast in the feed.

How do I reduce LinkedIn video file size?

Use the encoder above to convert to H.264 MP4 at 1080p. For very long videos (10–15 min), 720p further reduces file size without visible quality loss on mobile screens where LinkedIn content is primarily consumed.

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