What is the maximum TikTok video length?

The maximum TikTok video length is 10 minutes for eligible accounts. Most accounts have a default limit of 3 minutes for uploaded videos. In-app recording produces clips of up to 15 seconds each, which can be stitched together. The 10-minute limit is rolled out by TikTok and will appear in your upload options if your account qualifies.

What resolution should I use for TikTok videos?

Use 1080 x 1920 pixels (9:16 aspect ratio) for TikTok videos. This fills the full screen on all modern smartphones. Uploading at lower resolutions causes TikTok to upscale the video, resulting in a blurry final product. The minimum acceptable resolution is 540 x 960 pixels.

What video format does TikTok support?

TikTok supports MP4 and MOV files. MP4 encoded with the H.264 codec is the recommended format for the best compatibility and smallest file size. Audio should be in AAC format at 44.1 kHz.

What is the TikTok video file size limit?

The file size limit is 287.6 MB when uploading from the TikTok mobile app, and up to 4 GB when uploading via TikTok's web interface. For longer or high-quality videos, use the desktop uploader to avoid the mobile cap.

Does TikTok support landscape (horizontal) videos?

Yes, TikTok accepts landscape (16:9) and square (1:1) videos in addition to the standard vertical (9:16) format. However, horizontal videos are displayed with black bars on the sides, which significantly reduces their visual impact compared to full-screen vertical content.

What frame rate is best for TikTok?

TikTok recommends 23–60 fps. Use 30fps for most content types. Use 60fps for fast-motion content (dance, sports, gaming) to preserve smoothness after TikTok's re-encoding process.

TikTok Video Specifications Guide (2026)

TikTok videos should be 1080 x 1920 pixels (9:16 vertical), uploaded as MP4 or MOV files. Videos can be up to 10 minutes long for most accounts, with a 287.6 MB file size limit for mobile uploads and up to 4 GB when uploading from desktop. The optimal frame rate is 30fps, with a recommended bitrate of at least 2 Mbps for 1080p content.

Published April 10, 2026

TikTok Video Specs Quick Reference

Spec	Value	Notes
Resolution	1080 x 1920 px	Vertical (9:16) recommended
Aspect Ratio	9:16	Landscape (16:9) and square (1:1) also supported
Max Length (standard)	10 minutes	For most verified accounts
Max Length (default)	3 minutes	For newer or non-verified accounts
Short clips	15 seconds	Original in-app recording limit per clip
File Formats	MP4, MOV	MP4 (H.264) recommended
Max File Size (mobile)	287.6 MB	When uploading from the app
Max File Size (desktop)	4 GB	When uploading via TikTok web
Frame Rate	23–60 fps	30fps standard; 60fps for smooth motion
Recommended Bitrate	2–6 Mbps	Higher = better quality at 1080p
Max Bitrate	Up to 25 Mbps	TikTok transcodes on upload
Min Resolution	540 x 960 px	Below this risks blurry output

TikTok Video Length Limits

TikTok supports video lengths of 15 seconds, 60 seconds, 3 minutes, and 10 minutes depending on account status. In-app recording is capped at 15 seconds per clip (which are stitched together), while uploaded videos can reach up to 10 minutes for eligible accounts.

Most accounts have a 3-minute upload limit by default. The 10-minute limit is available to accounts that have been granted expanded access, which TikTok rolls out progressively. If you need the full 10-minute cap, check your upload screen — the option will appear if your account is eligible.

Resolution and Aspect Ratio

The native TikTok format is 1080 x 1920 pixels at a 9:16 vertical aspect ratio. TikTok also supports 16:9 (landscape) and 1:1 (square) uploads, but vertical video consistently performs better because it fills the full screen on mobile devices.

Videos with a resolution below 540 x 960 pixels will be upscaled by TikTok, resulting in visible blurriness. Always export at 1080p for the sharpest playback.

Supported File Formats

TikTok accepts MP4 and MOV video files. MP4 encoded with the H.264 codec is the most compatible format and produces the smallest file size without quality loss. MOV files are accepted but tend to be larger and may take longer to process.

Audio must be in AAC format with a sample rate of 44.1 kHz. Videos without audio are accepted but will not be eligible for TikTok's sound-based discovery features.

Key TikTok Video Stats

Optimal Resolution

1080 x 1920 px

Full HD vertical for the sharpest playback

Maximum Upload (desktop)

4 GB

Via TikTok web uploader

Recommended Frame Rate

30–60 fps

30fps for standard content, 60fps for fast motion

Max Video Length

10 minutes

For eligible accounts; default is 3 minutes

Recommended Bitrate

2–6 Mbps

Minimum 2 Mbps for acceptable 1080p quality

Frame Rate and Bitrate

TikTok recommends a frame rate between 23 and 60 fps. Use 30fps for most content types — talking heads, lifestyle, and tutorials. Use 60fps for high-motion content such as dance, sports, or gameplay to retain smoothness after TikTok's transcoding.

A bitrate of at least 2 Mbps is required for acceptable 1080p quality after TikTok compresses the video on its servers. For professional-quality output, export at 5–6 Mbps. Bitrates above 25 Mbps provide no additional visible benefit since TikTok re-encodes all uploads.

Tips for Optimal TikTok Video Quality

Export as MP4 (H.264) for the best balance of quality and file size.

Always record or export at 1080 x 1920 (9:16) to fill the full screen without black bars.

Use 30fps for general content and 60fps for fast-moving scenes to minimize motion blur after compression.

Set your export bitrate to at least 4 Mbps to retain quality after TikTok's transcoding.

Keep text and faces away from the bottom 15% of the frame, which is obscured by the caption and action bar.

Use desktop upload (up to 4 GB) for longer, high-resolution videos rather than the 287.6 MB mobile limit.

Shoot in well-lit conditions — TikTok's compression amplifies grain and noise in dark footage.

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