Why is my video being rejected when it's under 1 minute?

Last updated: March 10, 2026

Context

You may encounter an error when trying to process a video clip that appears to be within the advertised limits. This typically happens when there's confusion about the duration limits for different plan tiers.

Answer

The video duration limits vary depending on your subscription plan:

  • Free tier: Up to 20 seconds per video

  • Hobbyist plan: Up to 1 minute per video

If your video is being rejected despite being under 1 minute, it's likely because you're on the free tier, which has a 20-second limit.

To resolve this issue, you have two options:

  1. Trim your video: Edit your clip to be 20 seconds or shorter and try uploading again

  2. Upgrade your plan: Subscribe to the Hobbyist plan to unlock the 1-minute duration limit

Check your current plan in your account settings to confirm which limits apply to your subscription.