CloudConverterVideos recorded on iPhones and Macs are saved as MOV, which not every player, editor or website accepts. Convert MOV to MP4 for a file that plays on almost any device.
MOV vs MP4: what changes
MOV and MP4 are both containers that can hold the same kind of video. MOV is Apple's format, while MP4 is the widely supported standard for sharing, uploading and streaming. Converting makes the video compatible with Windows, Android, social platforms and most editors.
When to convert MOV to MP4
Use it before uploading an iPhone video to a site that rejects MOV, when sharing with Android or Windows users, or when your editing software handles MP4 better.
Before you convert
Video conversion takes longer than image or audio conversion, and longer clips take more time. Keep the page open until the download starts, and keep your original file.
Tips for converting MOV to MP4
Long, high-resolution videos take longer to convert and make larger files. The limit is 200 MB per upload, so trim long clips first if yours is bigger. Keep the page open while it converts.
Convert MOV to MP4 on any device
iPhone and iPad videos, and screen recordings from iPhone and Mac, are saved as MOV. Open this page in the phone browser, choose the video from your library or Files app and download the MP4 when it finishes. On a Mac or Windows PC, drag the .mov file onto the upload box.
Frequently asked questions
Why won't my iPhone video play on Windows or Android?
iPhones save videos as MOV, and some players cannot open them. Converting to MP4 gives you a file those devices can play.
Will converting MOV to MP4 reduce video quality?
Quality can change slightly during conversion, and it is usually hard to notice. Your original MOV is not changed.
Why is my iPhone video a MOV file?
Apple's Camera app records in the MOV container by default. It is a normal format on Apple devices but less common elsewhere.
Can I convert a long video?
Yes, within the 200 MB upload limit. Longer and higher-resolution videos take more time, so keep the page open until the download is ready.
Will the MP4 play on Android and Windows?
Yes. MP4 is supported by virtually all phones, computers, TVs and video editors.
Is it free to convert MOV to MP4?
Yes. It is free, with no sign-up and no watermark.
Are my files kept after conversion?
No. Uploaded files are processed and deleted after your download. We do not keep a library of your files.
Is there a file size limit?
Uploads are capped at 200 MB per file.