Toggle switch for background video compression

You probably know that webflow compresses each background video uploaded on their platform. But that compression algorithm would go a step further and decrease the resolution, bitrate and file size until you see a blurry video on top of the screen.

I think users should be given a choice if they want to compress their video or not. Or if we can go one step further can ask the amount of compression required on the video. It would reduce users like me to go host the video on Aws S3 and embed them on webflow.


Thanks in Advance

  • Gaurav Singh
  • Feb 2 2022
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  • Alex Gorbachev commented
    12 Mar 14:46

    I’m facing the exact same issue and it’s incredibly frustrating.

    I’m currently working on a premium project that requires a 2-second seamless background loop. I’ve manually optimized the video in WebM format—it’s only 600 KB, so it’s already web-ready and very lightweight. There was absolutely no reason for Webflow to touch it.

    Yet, when I upload it, Webflow re-compresses it without my permission, and the result looks terrible. The pixelation completely ruins the high-end aesthetic I’m aiming for.

    Honestly, this is why I’m often forced to switch to Framer for certain projects. Even though I personally don't like Framer’s component-based workflow as much as Webflow’s, at least there my optimized videos stay sharp and crisp without any forced compression.

    It’s mind-boggling that such a simple, professional feature is still missing here. Does the Webflow team actually listen to their power users? We shouldn't have to resort to stupid workarounds for a 600 KB file in 2026. This needs to be fixed.

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  • Evelina Rosinska commented
    April 17, 2025 15:20

    I understand the need to compress videos so people dont upload huge files but with the current quality of compression this functionality cant be even used

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  • Joel Arvidsson commented
    September 27, 2022 13:31

    I hope its solved. This is unacceptable.

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  • Svilen Georgiev commented
    June 30, 2022 14:39

    That would be an awesome addition.

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  • Kunder Kamille commented
    February 09, 2022 15:07

    Hello. You can follow these steps. Open up the vide in quick time which is generally the default video player on the mac. Open your MOV file and choose FILE > EXPORT AS > FILE SIZE.

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  • Ladarius Lang commented
    February 09, 2022 04:14

    I’ve added this a wishlist request to have a toggle between compressed and non compressed video: Toggle switch for background video compression | Webflow Wishlist

    Make sure to vote it up so we can get a better solution in the future.


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  • Aditya Pande commented
    February 02, 2022 04:29

    I require that as well!!! Please

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