Sending video files between instant messengers on Android often causes difficulties for users. Unlike texts or photos, videos take up more space, have size restrictions and require additional manipulations during transmission. If you need to send a video from WhatsApp to Viber, but standard copying via the clipboard does not work, this article will help you choose the best method.

The main problem is that both messengers store media files in protected folders, and their interfaces do not provide for direct export. In addition, Viber limit the size of sent files - up to 200 MB for free accounts (details may vary). We tested 5 current methods, taking into account different scenarios: from quickly sending small clips to transferring heavy content without loss of quality.

Important: if the video was received in WhatsApp marked "disappearing", it cannot be saved or forwarded - this is a technical limitation of the messenger. In other cases, follow the instructions below.

1. Standard method: saving and resending

The most obvious, but not always working method is saving the video to the device and then loading it to Viber. Suitable for videos of size up to 16 MB (limit for sending through the gallery in most versions Viber).

Action algorithm:

  • 📥 Open the video in the chat WhatsApp, click on three dots in the upper right corner and select Save to gallery.
  • 📁 Go to the standard application Gallery or Files, find the folder WhatsApp/Media/WhatsApp Video.
  • 🔄 Return to Viber, select chat, click on the paperclip (attach file) → Gallery → select the saved video.

⚠️ Attention: If the video is not displayed in the gallery, check the permissions for WhatsApp in Settings → Applications → WhatsApp → Permissions. Make sure access to Storage.

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2. Using a file manager for large video files

If the video weighs more 16 MB, but less than 200 MB, use a file manager (for example, Total Commander or FX File ExplorerThis method bypasses gallery restrictions, allowing you to send files directly from the folder WhatsApp.

Step-by-step guide:

  1. Install a file manager from Google Play (we recommend Solid Explorer —it shows hidden folders).
  2. Navigate to the path: 
    /storage/emulated/0/WhatsApp/Media/WhatsApp Video/
  3. Find the file you need (sort by date if you don’t remember the name).
  4. Click on the video, select Share → Viber → select chat.

🔍 Tip: If folder WhatsApp Video empty, check the saving settings in the messenger itself: WhatsApp → Three dots → Settings → Chat → Saving in gallery.

Why is the video not displayed in the folder?

In some versions of Android, media files from instant messengers are hidden from standard applications. Use a file manager with root access (for example, Root Explorer) or enable the display of hidden files in the manager settings.

3. Cloud services: Google Drive, Dropbox or Telegram

For video size from 200 MB to 2 GB (maximum limit Viber for paid accounts) cloud storage is suitable. This method is also convenient if you need to send a video to another phone or save a backup copy.

Comparison of services:

Service Max. file size Download speed Registration required?
Google Drive up to 5 TB (for free accounts - 15 GB) Average Yes
Dropbox up to 2 GB (free) Fast Yes
Telegram (Saved Messages) up to 2 GB Instant No (if you already have an account)

Instructions for Google Drive:

  1. Save the video from WhatsApp to the gallery (see section 1).
  2. Open Google Drive, click + → Download → select a video.
  3. After downloading, click on three dots next to the file → Share → Copy link.
  4. Paste link in chat Viber (or send the file directly if the recipient also uses Google Drive).
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4. Transfer via computer (for files >2 GB)

If the video takes up more than 2 GB (for example, recording from an event in high definition), standard methods will not work. In this case, a computer with a USB cable or a app for transferring files via Wi-Fi will help. data-i="127">Algorithm: AirDroid).

Algorithm:

  • 🖥️ Connect your phone to the PC via USB (select mode File transfer in the notification shade).
  • 📂 Go to folder WhatsApp/Media/WhatsApp Video on your phone, copy the video to your computer.
  • 📤 Upload the file to the cloud (for example, Mega.nz - supports files up to 20 GB) or send via WeTransfer.
  • 🔗 Send the generated link to Viber.

⚠️ Attention: When transferring via USB, avoid formatting the phone as a removable drive - this may lead to data loss in other applications.

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If a computer is not at hand, use the application Send AnywhereIt transfers files up to 10 GB directly between devices via Wi-Fi. clouds.

5. Compressing video before sending

If the video slightly exceeds the limit Viber (for example, 210 MB), it can be compressed without critical loss of quality. Applications Video Compress or Resize Video.

Recommended compression settings:

  • 🎞️ Resolution: reduce to 1280×720 (HD), if the source is 4K.
  • 🔄 Bitrate: set 2–4 Mbit/s (enough for smooth playback).
  • 🎵 Audio: leave 128 kbit/s (reducing to 96 kbit/s worsens the sound).

Critical detail: when compressed to a resolution below 720p (960×540), the video may become unsuitable for viewing on large screens. Check the result before sending!

Comparison of methods: which one to choose?

The choice of method depends on the size of the video, Internet speed and the presence of additional devices. Below is a brief summary:

Method Max. file size Speed Difficulty When to use
Save to gallery up to 16 MB Instantly ⭐ Short clips, memes
File manager up to 200 MB Fast ⭐⭐ Video average size
Cloud (Google Drive) up to 15 GB Slow (depending on the Internet) ⭐⭐⭐ Large files, backups
Computer + USB No restrictions Long (PC required) ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very large videos (>2 GB)

💡 Tip: If you often send large files, set up automatic downloading of videos from WhatsApp v Google Photos. To do this, in the messenger settings, enable Autoload media files and link your account to Google Photos.

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For videos up to 200 MB, a file manager is optimal - it does not require the Internet and maintains the original quality.

Common mistakes and how to avoid them

Even following the instructions, users encounter typical problems. Let's look at the most common ones:

  • 🚫 "File not sent" in Viber: check the video size (maximum 200 MB) and format (supported .mp4, .mov, .avi).
  • 🔍 "Video is not saved from WhatsApp": update the messenger or clear the cache in Settings → Applications → WhatsApp → Memory.
  • 📱 "I don’t see WhatsApp Video folder: perhaps the video is saved in WhatsApp/Media/WhatsApp Animated Gifs (if it's a GIF).

⚠️ Attention: If, when sending via the cloud, the video freezes during playback in Viber, try converting it to the format MP4 (H.264) using the application Video Converter.

📌 Useful life hack: If you need to send the video s WhatsApp in Viber regularly, create a shortcut for the folder WhatsApp Video on the main screen in the file manager. This will save time searching for files.

Is it possible to send a video from WhatsApp to Viber without saving it to your phone?

No, both messengers do not support direct transfer of media files between themselves. You must save the video to your device or to the cloud, and then upload it to Viber.

Why video in Viber? is displayed without sound?

This is due to incompatibility of codecs. Solution:

  1. Convert the video to a format MP4 with codec AAC for sound.
  2. Use the application VLC to play directly in the chat (click on the video → Open with).
How to send a video lasting 1 hour?

For long videos (>2 GB):

  1. Split it into parts 20–30 minutes with help Video Splitter.
  2. Upload parts to the cloud (for example, Mega.nz) and send links to Viber.
  3. Or compress the video to a manageable size (see section 5).
Is it possible to send videos from WhatsApp Web to Viber phone?

Yes, but it’s inconvenient:

  1. Download the video from WhatsApp Web to your computer.
  2. Send it to yourself by email or via Telegram Saved Messages.
  3. Open a letter or Telegram on your phone and save the video to the gallery.
  4. Now you can send it to Viber.

⚠️ This method takes longer than sending directly from your phone.

Why does Viber compress video when sending?

Viber automatically optimizes media files to save traffic. To send video without compression:

  1. Archive the file in ZIP or RAR (use RAR for Android).
  2. Send the archive as a document (in Viber click File instead of Gallery).

Minus: the recipient will have to unpack the archive to view.