Convert MOV to MP4
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Up to 10 GB on supported browsers with enough local disk space; otherwise up to 2 GB.
video.mp4
15.2 MB
Supported Conversion Formats
Features
MOV is Apple's QuickTime format. iPhones and Macs record it, but Windows apps, Android phones, some websites and many editors handle MP4 more reliably. This converter turns your MOV into a standard MP4 with H.264 video and AAC audio, inside your browser. Your video is not uploaded and no watermark is added.
Why convert MOV to MP4?
MP4 with H.264 video is the most widely supported video format. Converting helps when a MOV will not play on a Windows PC or an Android phone, when a website or app rejects the upload, or when an editor or messaging app expects MP4. iPhone videos recorded in HEVC (H.265) benefit most, because many devices and apps still cannot play HEVC.
What the converter does to your file
The video is re-encoded to H.264 and the audio to AAC at 128 kbps, and the MP4 is prepared for playback while it downloads. The resolution stays the same as your original. Re-encoding is what makes the result play almost anywhere, but it is not a lossless copy, so quality can change slightly.
Need a smaller file?
The converter favours speed and compatibility over file size, so the MP4 can be larger than the MOV, especially for HEVC iPhone videos. To shrink it, open the converted MP4 in the video compressor, which can also target a size such as 25 MB.
Frequently asked questions
Will my iPhone video play after converting?
Yes. The MP4 uses H.264 video and AAC audio, which play on Windows, Android, in web browsers and in most video editors.
Is converting MOV to MP4 lossless?
No. The video is re-encoded, which keeps the resolution but can change quality slightly. For most phone videos the difference is hard to see.
Why is my MP4 bigger than the MOV?
iPhones usually record in HEVC, which is more efficient than H.264. The converter favours compatibility and speed, so the MP4 can be larger. Compress it afterwards if you need a smaller file.
How large a MOV file can I convert?
Up to 2 GB in any supported browser, and up to 10 GB in browsers that allow temporary disk storage. Conversion speed depends on your device, so long or high-resolution videos take longer.
Does SqueezeVid upload my video to compress it?
Video bytes stay on your device in this browser tool. SqueezeVid receives usage metadata to manage allowances and failures. Optional cloud processing is a separate route that requires an upload.
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