How to do it, step by step
- Select the video.
- Under Resolution scale, the 720p option comes already ticked.
- Check the Projected final dimensions and the size estimate.
- Compress and download.
When this is useful
Recordings of classes, meetings and presentations
720p is enough to read slides and follow the speech.
Videos for the web and social networks
They load fast and take little space.
Tips for a good result
- For a vertical video, 720p applies to the width (720 wide); for horizontal, to the height.
- Combine 720p with the Balanced level for a good cost-benefit.
What this tool does not do
- If the original video has a resolution lower than 720p, the choice enlarges the frame without gaining detail: use Original in that case.
- Small texts on screen may become less legible.
- The compression has quality losses.
- The new file carries the “WebFaz.com” credit in the metadata (comment and artist).
Frequently asked questions
- Is 720p HD?
- Yes, it is basic HD (1280 × 720 in a horizontal video).
- Does the aspect ratio change?
- No, if you keep Keep original.
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Text written by Marcelo Amantino · updated October 18, 2026 · who we are