How to convert M4V to MP4
To convert M4V to MP4, upload your M4V file, choose MP4 as the output format and press Convert. The finished MP4 file is ready to save to your phone or computer in seconds, free, with no watermark and no sign-up. Your file is deleted from our server about 30 minutes after the conversion.
This free online converter turns M4V videos into MP4 files in your browser, with no software to install and no watermark. When the video and audio inside your M4V file can be placed in MP4 as they are, the streams are copied without re-encoding, which is faster and keeps the original quality. Otherwise the video is re-encoded as H.264 video with AAC audio.
Why convert M4V to MP4?
- Plays on virtually every phone, TV, browser and editor
- Good quality at small file sizes
- Works well for streaming and social media uploads
- Plays on: Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, smart TVs, game consoles and every major browser
What to expect from this conversion
- Expect a file of similar size to the M4V original.
- Videos bought from iTunes may be copy-protected. DRM-protected files cannot be converted by any tool, but your own M4V recordings work fine.
- The first audio track is kept. Subtitle tracks, extra audio tracks and chapters are not included in the converted file.
M4V vs MP4
| Property | M4V | MP4 |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | iTunes Video | MPEG-4 Part 14 |
| Released | 2001, Apple | 2001, ISO/IEC (MPEG) |
| Generation | Modern | Modern |
| Typical file size | Small | Small |
| Plays on | iTunes, Apple TV, iOS, macOS and VLC | Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, smart TVs, game consoles and every major browser |
| Best for | syncing videos to iPhone or iPad; playing on Apple TV | uploading to YouTube, Instagram, TikTok and WhatsApp; sharing a video that has to play everywhere |
Steps to convert M4V to MP4
- Drop your M4V video file onto the converter, or click to choose it.
- Check that MP4 is selected as the target and adjust the options if you want.
- Press Convert, then download your new MP4 file when it finishes.
Tips for the best result
- Leave Fast mode on to keep the original quality whenever the streams can be copied.
- Pick a lower resolution if the file is for a phone or messaging app.
- Use Mute if you only need the picture.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert M4V to MP4?
Upload your M4V file, make sure MP4 is the selected target and press Convert. When the progress bar finishes, download the MP4 file. No account or software is needed.
Is the M4V to MP4 converter free?
Yes. It is free, with no watermark, no sign-up and no daily limit on how many files you convert. The site is supported by ads.
Will I lose quality when converting M4V to MP4?
Not necessarily. If the video and audio streams already fit inside MP4, they are copied without re-encoding, so quality stays identical. If the file has to be re-encoded, the High setting keeps almost all visible detail, while Small trades some detail for a smaller file.
Will the MP4 file be a similar size to my M4V?
Expect a file of similar size to the M4V original. Choosing a lower quality or resolution reduces the size further.
Which devices can play MP4 files?
MP4 files play on Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, smart TVs, game consoles and every major browser.
How large a file can I upload?
You can upload videos up to 500 MB. Files are deleted from the server about 30 minutes after conversion.