Convert MP4 to MOV online in seconds — free, with no sign-up. MOV is lossy and ideal for editing on Apple devices; converted to MP4 for distribution. Your files are encrypted and deleted automatically after 24 hours.
MP4
MPEG-4 (H.264) — The universal video container — plays on virtually every device, browser and platform.
MOV
QuickTime Movie — Apple's high-quality container, often large and used for capture and editing.
How to convert MP4 to MOV
- 1Upload your MP4 file
Click “Choose a file” or drag and drop your MP4 file onto the page — no sign-up or email needed.
- 2Convert to MOV
MOV is already selected as the output. Open Options to fine-tune quality if you like, then click Convert.
- 3Download your MOV file
Your MOV file is ready in seconds — click Download to save it. Files are automatically deleted after 24 hours.
MP4 vs MOV
| MP4 | MOV | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | MPEG-4 (H.264) | QuickTime Movie |
| Type | Video | Video |
| Compression | Lossy | Lossy |
| Best for | sharing and publishing video anywhere | editing on Apple devices; converted to MP4 for distribution |
Frequently asked questions
Does converting MP4 to MOV lose quality?
Both MP4 and MOV use compression, so re-encoding discards a little more data. For a single conversion the change is virtually invisible; just avoid repeatedly re-converting the same file.
What's the difference between MP4 and MOV?
MPEG-4 (H.264) (MP4) is lossy and best for sharing and publishing video anywhere. QuickTime Movie (MOV) is lossy and best for editing on Apple devices; converted to MP4 for distribution. Convert MP4 to MOV when you need a video for editing on Apple devices.
Is the MP4 to MOV converter free?
Yes — converting MP4 to MOV is completely free. There's no watermark, no sign-up and no email required, and you can convert as many files as you like.
Are my MP4 files private and secure?
Yes. Your uploads are encrypted in transit, processed privately, and automatically deleted within 24 hours. We never share, sell or look at your files.
Can I convert MP4 to MOV on iPhone, Android, Mac or Windows?
Yes. The converter runs entirely in your browser, so it works on any device — iPhone, iPad, Android, Mac, Windows or Linux — with nothing to download or install.
How long does it take to convert MP4 to MOV?
Most files convert in a few seconds. Larger files take a little longer, and your upload speed is usually the limiting factor. There's no queue and no waiting for an email.
What else can I convert MP4 files to?
Besides MOV, you can convert MP4 to AAC, AVI, FLAC, FLV, GIF, JPG and more — see the full list of MP4 conversions below.
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Last updated July 2026