vidcord

This is a simple and fast Python GUI application for compressing video files under Discord's size limits using FFmpeg and PyQt6 in one-click. The application features a modern Fluent Design interface, and is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Download

Download latest release installer.

Features

• Modern UI: Clean and responsive interface built with Fluent Design.
• Three methods to import videos:
  • File Explorer: Right click video files in File Explorer and choose "Compress with vidcord". (Windows only)
  • Finder: Right click video files in Finder and choose "Open with..." -> "vidcord.app". (macOS only)
  • Manual: Drag and drop or browse for video files in the application.
• Five quality presets:
  • 10MB, 480p (Free users)
  • 25MB, 480p (Free users, old)
  • 50MB, 720p (Nitro Basic or Level 2 Server Boost)
  • 100MB, 1080p (Level 3 Server Boost or Clips Bypass)
  • 500MB, Native (Nitro Full)
• Advanced Mode: Toggle custom target size, resolution, and encoder settings beyond the presets.
• Advanced Options:
  • Remove Audio: Strip audio tracks to save space or for silent clips.
  • Trimming: Adjustable starting and ending points with live frame preview.
• Video Playback Preview: Play/stop the selected trim segment in-app (where supported).
• Hardware Acceleration: Support for NVIDIA (NVENC), AMD (AMF), Intel (QSV), and Apple Silicon encoders.
• Instant Startup: Optimized with lazy-loading and background hardware detection for immediate responsiveness.
• Multi-Platform: Native builds for Windows (.exe), macOS (.pkg), and Linux (.AppImage).
• Progress Tracking: Real-time progress bar and ETA display.

Screenshots

Program window

Advanced mode

Output file example

Context menu integration

Building

1. Install Prerequisites

   • Download and install Python 3.10+.
   • macOS: Ensure Xcode Command Line Tools are installed (xcode-select --install).

2. Setup Environment & Dependencies It's recommended to use a virtual environment:

   # Create and activate venv
   python -m venv venv
   source venv/bin/activate  # macOS/Linux
   venv\Scripts\activate     # Windows
   
   # Install dependencies
   pip install -r requirements.txt
   pip install pyinstaller

3. Build the Application A unified build script handles platform-specific packaging (using PyInstaller, Inno Setup, or AppImage tools):

   python build.py

   The resulting installer/package will be located in the dist/ directory.

Acknowledgements

• FFmpeg
• PyQt6
• PyQt6-Fluent-Widgets
• PyInstaller