Video Trimmer
Cut and trim your videos to the perfect length. Fast, free, and completely client-side - your video never leaves your device.
TL;DR
Trim videos by setting start and end points. Upload your video, use the visual timeline with draggable handles or enter exact timestamps, preview your selection, then download the trimmed result. Quick platform presets instantly set maximum durations for TikTok (3 min), Reels (90 sec), Shorts (60 sec), Stories (60 sec), or Twitter (2 min 20 sec). Perfect for removing unwanted beginnings or endings. Essential for creating polished content for your social media strategy.
How to Trim Videos
Keep only the portion of your video you want.
Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Upload your video. Drag and drop a video file or click to browse. Supports MP4, MOV, WebM, and other common formats up to 500MB.
Step 2: Set the trim range. Drag the start and end handles on the visual timeline, or type exact timestamps in the input fields. The preview shows your selected portion.
Step 3: Use platform presets (optional). Click a preset button to automatically set the maximum duration for your target platform. The tool trims from the start to that duration.
Step 4: Trim and download. Click "Trim Video" to process your selection. Download the trimmed video when complete.
Platform Duration Presets
Quick presets for popular social media platforms.
TikTok (3 minutes). Maximum video length for standard TikTok uploads. Longer videos can be uploaded but may have reduced reach. Learn more in our content strategy course.
Instagram Reels (90 seconds). Maximum duration for Instagram Reels. Longer videos won't qualify for Reels placement in the algorithm.
YouTube Shorts (60 seconds). Strict maximum for YouTube Shorts. Videos over 60 seconds are treated as regular videos.
Stories (60 seconds). Maximum single Story segment for Instagram and Facebook Stories. Longer content is split into multiple segments.
Twitter/X (2 min 20 sec). Maximum video duration for Twitter posts. Longer videos require uploading via Media Studio.
Trimmer vs Cutter vs Splitter
Choose the right tool for your specific need.
Trimmer (this tool). Sets new start and end points. Keeps one continuous portion of the video. Use when you want to remove unwanted content from the beginning or end.
Video Cutter. Removes sections from the middle. Mark multiple segments to cut out, and the remaining parts are joined together. Use when there's content in the middle you want to remove.
Video Splitter. Divides one video into multiple separate files. Use when you want to break a long video into shorter clips for series or multi-part content.
Tips for Better Trimming
Get clean, professional trim points.
Preview before trimming. Play through your selection using the preview to ensure the trim points are exactly where you want them. Check both the start and end transitions.
Cut on action or silence. Trim points are less noticeable when they coincide with movement, scene changes, or natural pauses in speech. Avoid cutting mid-word or mid-motion.
Leave a small buffer. Add a few frames of buffer at the start and end to prevent abrupt starts or cut-off endings. This is especially important if you'll be adding transitions later.
Use exact timestamps for precision. For frame-accurate trimming, type exact start and end times instead of dragging handles. Format: MM:SS or HH:MM:SS.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does trimming reduce video quality?
The tool re-encodes the trimmed portion at high quality (CRF 23). There may be minimal quality difference compared to the original, but it's generally imperceptible. The output uses H.264 for maximum compatibility.
Can I trim to an exact frame?
The tool works with second-level precision in the interface. For sub-second accuracy, enter timestamps with decimals (e.g., 1:23.5). Actual precision depends on the video's keyframe structure.
What happens to the audio?
Audio is trimmed along with the video to the same start and end points. The audio/video sync is maintained throughout the trimmed portion.
Can I save multiple trims from one video?
This tool creates one trimmed output per session. To extract multiple segments, use the Video Splitter tool, or run multiple trim operations downloading each result before starting the next.
Why is my preset longer than the platform limit says?
Platform limits occasionally change. The presets reflect common maximums at the time of development. Always verify current limits on the platform before uploading.
Key Takeaways
- 1Drag timeline handles or enter exact timestamps
- 2Platform presets for TikTok, Reels, Shorts, Stories, Twitter
- 3Preview your selection before processing
- 4Audio and video stay synchronized
- 5High-quality H.264 output
- 6100% browser-based—your videos stay private
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