Online Video Converter

Why Use an Online Video Converter?

Online tools like this are popular because they fix common problems fast. Many devices and apps need a specific file format. If your video does not match, it may not play. A quick format change solves that right away. These tools help your files work on phones, tablets, and computers. You can upload a clip and turn it into a format that plays almost anywhere.

This makes sharing and viewing much easier. They are also useful for reducing file size. Large videos can be hard to upload or send. A simple conversion can make the file smaller without losing too much quality. This helps with email, websites, and social platforms. Another benefit is flexibility. Some formats are better for editing, while others are better for storage or streaming. With an easy online tool, you can switch formats in seconds and get the result you need.

What is a video converter?

A video converter is a tool that changes a video from one video file format to another.

Is a video converter the same as a video compressor?

No. A video converter changes the file format. A video compressor reduces the file size. Some converters however can do both.

What’s the difference between online and offline video converters?

Online video converters work through a web browser and don’t need software installation. They also don’t use your client device’s processing resources to convert the video.

Offline converters are installed programs that work directly on your computer without the internet and use your computers resources (which can make your system run slow) while the video conversion is taking place if you don’t have a powerful system. Conversions can also take a long time depending on how powerful your system is.

How do I choose the correct resolution and bitrate when converting?

It entirely depends on what you are trying to do. If you want to preserve quality, often times you have the choice to “copy” your source file’s quality via our service. Regardless, you don’t ever want to surpass your source file’s quality parameters.

Why is my converted video blurry or pixelated?

This happens when conversion settings that surpass the quality of the source video file are selected OR when really low settings were selected.

Will converting a video always reduce its quality?

Not necessarily. If you only want to change the format of your video, all you have to do is select settings as close as possible to your source. If you choose settings of lower quality than the source, then quality will be reduced.

Can I convert old video files?

Yes. Old video files can be converted into newer formats. Many older formats do not work well on modern devices. This is why some videos may not play or show errors. After conversion, the video becomes easier to use. It can play on phones, computers, and in browsers without problems.

This makes old recordings and saved files useful again. Newer formats can also reduce file size. This helps save space and makes videos easier to upload or share.

What is the file size upload limit?

At the moment it’s 2 GB however we are actively working on increasing that limit.

Is there a limit to how many files I can upload per day or per month?

At the moment there is no limit. However that is subject to change if necessary.

Can I have more than 1 conversion going at the same time on your service?

Yes, however we do have a reasonable limit in place in order to not cause disruption to other users.

Do you also support audio only files and audio formats?

Yes, for that visit our audio converter here.