How to convert Y4M to OPUS
To convert Y4M to OPUS, upload your Y4M file, choose OPUS as the output format and press Convert. The finished OPUS 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 Y4M video files into OPUS in your browser, with no software to install and no watermark. The conversion runs on our server using ffmpeg, and the result is ready to save to your phone or computer in seconds. Your Y4M file is deleted automatically about 30 minutes after the conversion.
Reasons to switch from Y4M to OPUS
- Excellent quality even at very low bitrates
- Handles both speech and music
- Used by WhatsApp, Discord and YouTube
- Opens in: Chrome, Firefox, Android, Discord, VLC; partial on Safari and iOS
What to expect from this conversion
- Only the first audio track is extracted. The picture is dropped, so the file is a small fraction of the video's size.
- OPUS is lossy, so choose High for the best sound or Small for the smallest file.
- Videos with no sound track cannot be converted to audio.
Y4M vs OPUS
| Property | Y4M | OPUS |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | YUV4MPEG2 | Opus Interactive Audio Codec |
| Released | 2000, MJPEG Tools / Xiph.Org | 2012, IETF (Xiph.Org, Mozilla, Skype) |
| Family | Video | Audio |
| Opens in | ffmpeg, x264, x265, aomenc, VLC and other video tools | Chrome, Firefox, Android, Discord, VLC; partial on Safari and iOS |
| Best for | benchmarking codecs; feeding raw video to encoders | voice messages and calls; streaming at low data rates |
Steps to convert Y4M to OPUS
- Drop your Y4M file onto the converter, or click to choose it.
- Check that OPUS is selected as the target format and adjust the options if you want.
- Press Convert, then save the new OPUS file to your device when it finishes.
Tips for the best result
- Choose MP3 for the widest compatibility.
- Pick FLAC or WAV if you want to edit the sound afterwards.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert Y4M to OPUS?
Drop your Y4M file on the converter, confirm that OPUS is the target format and press Convert. When it finishes, press Save to device or download the OPUS file. No account or software is needed.
Is the Y4M to OPUS converter free?
Yes. It is free, with no watermark, no sign-up and no limit on how many files you convert. The site is supported by ads.
What should I know before converting Y4M to OPUS?
Only the first audio track is extracted. The picture is dropped, so the file is a small fraction of the video's size. OPUS is lossy, so choose High for the best sound or Small for the smallest file.
Can I extract the sound from a Y4M video as OPUS?
Yes. The first audio track is extracted and saved as OPUS. The video picture is not included.
Which programs open OPUS files?
OPUS files open in Chrome, Firefox, Android, Discord, VLC; partial on Safari and iOS.
How large a file can I convert?
Up to 500 MB per file. Files are deleted from the server about 30 minutes after conversion, and no one looks at them.