What is a WEBM file?
WEBM (WebM) is an open web video format built around VP8, VP9 or AV1 video with Vorbis or Opus audio. It was introduced in 2010 by Google.
What WEBM is good at
- Designed for the web and royalty-free
- Plays natively in Chrome, Firefox, Edge and Android
- Efficient VP9 compression
Where WEBM falls short
- Limited support on Apple devices and TVs
- Slower to encode than H.264
When to use WEBM
- Embedding video on your own website
- Short looping clips and web animations
- Open-source projects
Where WEBM files open
WEBM files open in Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera, Android and VLC; partial on Safari and iOS.
WEBM compared with MP4
WEBM or MP4? WEBM is best for embedding video on your own website. MP4 is best for uploading to YouTube, Instagram, TikTok and WhatsApp. Convert WEBM to MP4 or convert MP4 to WEBM.
Frequently asked questions
What is a WEBM file?
WEBM (WebM) is an open web video format built around VP8, VP9 or AV1 video with Vorbis or Opus audio. It was introduced in 2010 by Google.
What are the advantages of WEBM?
Designed for the web and royalty-free; plays natively in chrome, firefox, edge and android; efficient vp9 compression.
What are the drawbacks of WEBM?
Limited support on apple devices and tvs; slower to encode than h.264.
What programs open WEBM files?
WEBM files open in Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera, Android and VLC; partial on Safari and iOS.
How do I convert a WEBM file?
Choose the WEBM converter you need from the list on this page, drop in your file and press Convert. You get your new file in seconds, free and without sign-up.