Media Studio
Convert Video for YouTube
Get your video ready for YouTube. The right format, the right settings.
About this tool
Convert a video to the format YouTube prefers: H.264 video, AAC audio, MP4 container. Free, and nothing is uploaded anywhere.
Convert Video for YouTube — FAQ
What video format does YouTube recommend?
YouTube recommends H.264 video with AAC audio in an MP4 container. Optimal settings: 1080p at 30fps with a bitrate of 8-12 Mbps.
What format works best for Instagram?
Instagram supports MP4 with H.264 video and AAC audio. Recommended resolution is 1080×1080 for feed posts and 1080×1920 for Stories.
What format should I use for TikTok?
TikTok works best with MP4 format, H.264 codec, vertical 9:16 aspect ratio (1080×1920), and 30fps frame rate.
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