How do I upload files larger than 287 MB to TikTok?

The 287.6 MB file size cap only applies to the TikTok iOS and Android mobile apps. By uploading via your desktop web browser at tiktok.com/upload or through TikTok Creator Center, the file size ceiling expands up to 4.0 GB and allows videos up to 60 minutes long.

Why does my 60fps video stutter or skip frames on TikTok?

Smartphones display content on 60 Hz or 120 Hz displays. If you export footage at NTSC broadcast frame rates like 29.97 fps or 23.976 fps, TikTok's player has to duplicate frames to match the screen's refresh cycle, causing micro-stutter. Always export in true integer 30.00 fps or 60.00 fps for social platforms.

What is the optimal bitrate for TikTok video exports?

For 1080x1920 at 60 fps, an export bitrate between 6,000 and 8,500 kbps (H.264 VBR) provides maximum image sharpness. Going beyond 15,000 kbps will only trigger aggressive cloud compression, resulting in banding and color posterization.

TikTok Creator Portal Specifications

TikTok Bitrate Calculator

Stop fuzzy, pixelated TikTok uploads. Calculate optimal export bitrates and exact file sizes to ensure your vertical 9:16 clips render with razor-sharp clarity.

Last Updated: November 4, 2026

Live Computed Result:10,575 kbps

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Video Specifications & Target Platform

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Resolution Preset

Width (px)

Height (px)

Frame Rate (FPS)

Video Compression Codec

Content Motion Level

High Dynamic Range (HDR / 10-bit)

Requires ~25% higher bitrate allocation.

Optimal Bitrate Target

Safe Ingest

10,575 kbps

≈ 10.57 Mbps (Safe range: 7,402 – 14,276 kbps)

Bits / Pixel (BPP)

0.085

High Fidelity / Crisp

Audio Track

160 kbps AAC

48 kHz Stereo

TikTok Video Upload Platform Ingest Rules

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Mobile app uploads are capped at ~287.6 MB on iOS (Android ~72 MB) and 10 minutes duration. Desktop web upload (tiktok.com/upload) supports files up to 10 GB and 60 minutes.

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4K uploads are downsampled to 1080p upon server ingestion. Target an export bitrate of 6,000–8,000 kbps (H.264/HEVC) for 1080x1920 vertical video.

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Mobile App vs. Desktop Web Upload (Bypassing the 287MB Cap)

Creators often struggle to upload high-fidelity 4K or long-form videos through the smartphone app. Here is how TikTok's two upload pathways differ:

Mobile App (iOS / Android) Strict Limits

• Max File Size: 287.6 MB hard limit.
• Compression: Compresses on-device prior to upload to save cellular data.
• Color Space: May convert 10-bit HDR unexpectedly to low-contrast SDR.
• Best For: Fast native mobile edits and casual clips.

Desktop Web (tiktok.com/upload) Pro Creator Gateway

• Max File Size: Up to 4.0 GB.
• Max Video Length: Up to 60 minutes.
• No Local Re-compression: Uploads master bitrates directly to server.
• Best For: Professional edits from DaVinci, Premiere, and Final Cut.

Why 29.97 fps Footage Stutters on Mobile Displays

Legacy broadcast cameras record in 23.976 fps or 29.97 fps (NTSC standards designed for cathode ray tube televisions in the 1950s). However, modern smartphones feature 60 Hz or 120 Hz displays. When you upload a 29.97 fps file to TikTok, the player must periodically duplicate a frame every few seconds to bridge the timing discrepancy. This creates an irritating visual stutter during smooth pan shots.

Solution: Always set your editing timeline to an exact integer frame rate: 30.00 fps or 60.00 fps. This guarantees perfect 1:1 or 1:2 frame cadence with 60 Hz/120 Hz smartphone panels.

Quick Export Cheatsheet for TikTok

Resolution

1080 × 1920 (9:16)

Frame Rate

30 or 60 fps

Video Bitrate

6,000 – 8,000 kbps

Audio Specs

AAC 128k -14 LUFS