How to Compress an Image for Discord (8MB / 10MB / 500MB)
Fit any photo or screenshot under the Discord upload limit — 8MB for free accounts, 10MB for Nitro Basic, 500MB for Nitro — right in your browser.
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Use the target-size compressor to hit the exact Discord limit automatically.
Open Target Size CompressorStep-by-Step Guide
- 1
Drop Your File In
Drag your image or screenshot into ImageMint. Everything stays in your browser — no Discord webhook needed.
- 2
Set the Target to 8MB or 10MB
Type the exact Discord limit (8 or 10 MB). ImageMint iteratively adjusts quality to hit that size.
- 3
Download and Attach
Download the optimized file and drop it straight into your Discord chat or DM.
Pro Tips
- Discord raised the free upload limit to 10MB in 2024 — but some servers still enforce 8MB, so 8MB is the safest target.
- For long screenshots, consider resizing to 1920px wide first to get dramatic size reductions before compression.
- If your file is a video, Discord counts it against the same limit — use a video compressor instead.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current Discord upload limit?
10 MB for free users (raised from 8 MB in 2024), 10 MB for Nitro Basic, 50 MB for Nitro Classic, and 500 MB for Nitro. Targeting 8 MB is the safest floor.
Will this ruin image quality?
Discord thumbnails are shown small, so quality 75–85 looks indistinguishable on screen. ImageMint picks the highest quality that still fits your target.
Is my image uploaded to ImageMint?
Never. Compression runs via WebAssembly in your browser. The only upload is when you drag the result into Discord yourself.
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