Social MediaDecember 16, 2025
TikTok Uploads Blurry? Here is the Fix
Ensure your TikToks stay crisp. The ultimate guide to pre-compression for viral content.
The "Upload HD" Setting Isn't Enough
Even with the "Upload HD" setting checked, TikTok will destroy the quality of large files. This is especially true for videos with high motion (dancing, gaming) or complex visual effects.
Understanding Bitrate Limits
TikTok prefers files that are optimized for mobile data streaming. If your file bitrate is too high, TikTok's transcoder kicks in and prioritizes speed over quality, resulting in blur.
How VideoLite Helps
Our tool uses Intelligent Bitrate Allocation. This means we allocate more data to complex scenes and less to static scenes, keeping the file size small but the perceived quality high.
Workflow for Creators
- Edit your video in CapCut or Adobe Rush.
- Export at max quality (don't worry about size yet).
- Run it through VideoLite to strip unnecessary metadata and optimize the stream.
- Upload to TikTok.
You'll notice significantly less artifacting, especially in dark areas of your video.