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Platform File Size Limits and Handling

Automatic handling of X, BlueSky, and Mastodon media size restrictions

Each platform has different file size limits. Mastodon: 40MB, X and BlueSky: varies by account type. Statuz warns when files exceed limits, suggests.

How to Use

  1. 1Attach 100MB video to post
  2. 2Select Mastodon account (40MB limit)
  3. 3See warning: "File exceeds Mastodon 40MB limit"
  4. 4Read compression suggestion
  5. 5See "Use Social Media preset" recommendation
  6. 6Open video editor
  7. 7See file size: 100MB
  8. 8Export with Social Media preset
  9. 9See compressed size: 35MB
  10. 10Return to composer
  11. 11Warning cleared - under limit
  12. 12Publish successfully to Mastodon
  13. 13Different platforms have different limits

Key Features

  • Mastodon Limit - 40MB per file (default)
  • X Limit - Varies by account type (~512MB video)
  • BlueSky Limit - Platform-dependent
  • Automatic Detection - Checks file sizes
  • Warning System - Alerts before publish attempt
  • Compression Suggestions - Recommends export presets
  • Smart Optimization - Suggests appropriate quality
  • Per-Platform Rules - Different limits per platform
  • Multiple Files - Checks each file individually
  • Total Size Tracking - Sum of all media
  • Publishing Prevention - Blocks if over limit
  • Clear Guidance - Explains how to fix issue
  • Export Integration - Links to video editor for compression

Why It Saves Time

Platform rejections waste time. Statuz checks limits before upload, suggests solutions, and prevents failed publishes. Get it right the first time.

Pro Tips

  • Mastodon strictest: 40MB default (instance-specific)
  • X more permissive: 512MB for videos (varies by account)
  • BlueSky limits: Check platform docs (varies)
  • Social Media preset: Usually fits all platforms
  • Compress large files: Use video editor before posting
  • Multiple files: Sum counts toward limit
  • Image files: Rarely hit limits
  • Video files: Most common limit issue
  • Warning is helpful: Follow compression suggestions
  • Export preview: Check size before finalizing
  • Instance settings: Some Mastodon instances have higher limits
  • Account type: X premium accounts have higher limits

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