You can convert your videos between MP4, MOV, AVI, WEBM, MPEG, and OGV, right here in your browser, and for free. Our conversion tool also lets you change your video's resolution (from 360p right up to 3072p) during conversion.
Yes, you can do this without install any software or creating an account. No, your video won't have a watermark when it's been converted.
Tip: If you just need to play a video on a different device and don't know which format to pick, choose MP4. It works on practically everything.
Choosing the right format depends on what you're doing with the video. Here's a quick guide:
| Format | Best for | Why |
|---|---|---|
| MP4 | Everything — sharing, uploading, playback | Works on all devices, all platforms, all browsers. Smallest file size for the quality. If in doubt, pick MP4 — it's the no-brainer. |
| MOV | Apple devices, Final Cut Pro, professional editing | Apple's native format. Slightly larger files than MP4 but preferred in Apple/pro editing workflows. |
| WEBM | Web embedding, HTML5 video players | Google's open format. Excellent compression. Used by YouTube internally. Best choice for embedding video on websites. |
| AVI | Legacy Windows software, older devices | Older Microsoft format. Large file sizes. Only use if your software specifically requires AVI. |
| MPEG | DVD authoring, older media players | Standard format for DVDs and some broadcast systems. Use when compatibility with legacy systems matters. |
| OGV | Open-source projects, Linux | Fully open-source format (Ogg Theora). Niche use — mostly relevant for open-source software and Linux environments. Most people will never need this. |
When people say "convert to MP4," they usually mean changing the container — the wrapper that holds video, audio, and metadata together. The codec is the compression method used inside that container (like H.264 or H.265 for video, AAC for audio).
Think of it this way: the container is the box, and the codec is how the contents are packed inside it. Most playback issues happen because a device doesn't support the container, not the codec. That's why converting to MP4 (the most universally supported container) fixes most compatibility problems.
This is the most common conversion. iPhones, iPads, and Macs record video in MOV format. If you need to share that video with someone on Android, Windows, or upload it to a platform that prefers MP4, converting MOV → MP4 solves the problem instantly. File size usually drops too, since MP4 uses more efficient compression.
AVI files are typically large because the format uses minimal compression. Converting AVI → MP4 can reduce file size significantly (often 50–80% smaller) while keeping the same visual quality. This is useful when you have old video files taking up storage space.
WEBM plays well in browsers but many desktop video players and mobile apps struggle with it. If you downloaded a WEBM file and can't play it, convert to MP4 for universal compatibility.
Going the other direction — if you're embedding video on a website and want smaller file sizes with native HTML5 support, WEBM is the better choice for web use.
Not just format conversion — you can also scale the resolution up or down during conversion. Use cases: