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Convert FLV to M4V

FLV is great for old web video archives, but M4V is the better choice for Apple TV, iTunes and iPhone video. Convert FLV to M4V in seconds, right in your browser.

  • No upload — 100% private
  • Fast, lossless when possible
  • Free & unlimited
  • Works on iPhone & Android

    Quality
    Advanced options
    Fit
    Mirror
    Trim (optional)
    Use minutes:seconds, e.g. 1:05.5

    How to convert FLV to M4V

    1. 1

      Tap Choose files and select one or more FLV files (or drag them in).

    2. 2

      Check that M4V is selected. Use Advanced options for resolution, size or trimming.

    3. 3

      Press Convert. Everything happens on your device — no upload, no waiting in a queue.

    4. 4

      Your M4V downloads automatically. Converting several files? Grab them all as a ZIP.

    FLV vs M4V

    Both formats are lossy, so the video is re-encoded once. Pick High quality to keep it as close to the original as possible, or Small for the smallest file.

    FLVM4V
    Full nameFlash VideoiTunes Video
    TypeVideoVideo
    CompressionLossyLossy
    Developed byAdobeApple
    Introduced20022003
    Plays on iPhone✕ No✓ Yes
    Plays on Android◐ Partly / with an app◐ Partly / with an app
    Plays on Windows◐ Partly / with an app◐ Partly / with an app
    Plays on Mac✕ No✓ Yes

    About FLV and M4V

    FLV: FLV is the Flash Video format that powered early YouTube. Flash is gone, so FLV files usually need converting to play today.

    M4V: M4V is Apple's MP4 variant used for iTunes movies and TV shows. Unprotected M4V files are identical to MP4.

    Frequently asked questions

    How do I convert FLV to M4V on my phone?
    Open this page in your phone's browser (Safari, Chrome, Samsung Internet), tap Choose files, pick your FLV, make sure M4V is selected and tap Convert. The M4V file is saved to your Downloads.
    Will converting FLV to M4V reduce quality?
    Both formats are lossy, so the video is re-encoded once. Pick High quality to keep it as close to the original as possible, or Small for the smallest file.
    Is this FLV to M4V converter free?
    Yes — completely free with no limits on the number of files, no watermark and no account. The site is supported by ads.
    Are my files uploaded to a server?
    No. The converter runs inside your browser using WebAssembly, so your files never leave your device. That's also why it works for private and confidential recordings.

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