X (Twitter) Video Specifications 2025
Complete guide to X (Twitter) video dimensions, duration limits, and technical specifications for 2025. Upload videos with the perfect format for maximum engagement.
Quick Specs
Dimensions & Resolution
Best quality for landscape videos
Optimal for mobile viewing
Works well for square video content
Video Duration
Minimum: 1 seconds
Maximum: 140 seconds
Non-premium: 2min 20sec. Premium: Up to 4 hours on web/iOS, 10 min on Android
Important Notes
X (Twitter) video capabilities vary significantly by subscription tier. Premium Plus subscribers can upload videos up to 4 hours (240 minutes) at 1080p on web/iOS with 16GB file limit. Videos between 2-4 hours must be 720p. Android is limited to 10 minutes even for Premium users. Non-premium users remain limited to 140 seconds and 512MB.
Optimization Tips
- ✓Keep non-premium videos under 140 seconds (2:20)
- ✓Use H.264 video codec with AAC audio
- ✓Export at 1280×720 (HD) for optimal quality
- ✓Frame rate: 30fps recommended, 60fps supported
- ✓Shorter videos (15-30 seconds) get better engagement
- ✓Add captions for accessibility and silent viewing
- ✓Premium: Upload up to 4 hours at 1080p (web/iOS)
Sources & Verification
Last verified: 2025-09-28
Standard: 140s/512MB. Premium: up to 4h/16GB (1080p ≤2h, 720p for 2-4h). Android limited to 10 min.
Platform Tiers & Limits
✨ Premium/Pro
Standard
encoding
supported Resolutions
Schedule X videos with auto-optimization
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the maximum video length on X (Twitter)?
Non-premium users can upload videos up to 140 seconds (2 minutes 20 seconds). Premium subscribers can upload up to 4 hours at 1080p on web and iOS, though Android is currently limited to 10 minutes.
What video formats does X support?
X only supports MP4 and MOV formats. Videos should be encoded with H.264 video codec and AAC audio for best compatibility and quality.
What's the file size limit for videos?
Non-premium users are limited to 512MB. Premium Plus subscribers can upload videos up to 16GB on web and iOS platforms, enabling 4-hour videos at high quality.
What's the recommended video resolution?
1280×720 pixels (HD) at 16:9 aspect ratio is recommended. X supports up to 1920×1080 for landscape and 1080×1920 for portrait videos.
Recent Updates
Premium Plus: 4 hours at 1080p (web/iOS), 16GB max. Videos 2-4 hours require 720p. Android limited to 10 minutes