Preset

Resize Video for TikTok, Reels and YouTube Shorts

Automatically resize and optimize videos for TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and other social platforms.

What It Does

Automatically detects the target platform and applies the correct aspect ratio, resolution, and encoding settings. This workflow handles format conversion for TikTok (9:16), Instagram Reels (9:16), YouTube Shorts (9:16), LinkedIn (16:9), Facebook (1:1 or 16:9), and Twitter (16:9). Saves time on manual resizing and ensures videos meet platform specifications.

How It Works with n8n

This preset integrates seamlessly with n8n automation workflows. Simply add the ffpipe HTTP node to your workflow, configure the preset and input URL, and the video processing happens automatically in the background. Results are returned via webhook or polling, allowing you to continue your workflow immediately.

The workflow handles all the heavy lifting: file validation, encoding, output optimization, and error handling. No need to manage servers or monitor processing status — ffpipe takes care of everything.

API Request Example

Make a request directly to the ffpipe API using your API key:

curl

curl -X POST https://api.ffpipe.net/v1/presets/run \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{
    "preset": "resize_for_platform",
    "input_url": "https://storage.example.com/video.mp4",
    "platform": "tiktok"
  }'

Response: You'll receive a job ID, status, and estimated completion time. Poll the job status endpoint or use webhooks to get notified when processing completes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which social platforms are supported?

Supported platforms include TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp, and more.

What aspect ratio does each platform require?

Most short-form platforms (TikTok, Reels, Shorts) use 9:16 vertical. YouTube and LinkedIn support 16:9 horizontal. Facebook supports both. The API automatically handles the correct ratio.

Can I resize for multiple platforms at once?

Make separate API calls for each platform, or use custom FFmpeg commands to generate multiple outputs in a single job.

Will resizing reduce video quality?

Quality depends on the original video and target resolution. The API uses adaptive encoding to maintain quality while meeting platform requirements.

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For full API reference and advanced options, see the API documentation.