Convert MP4 to MOV for Apple Editing Workflows

Convert your MPEG-4 Part 14 files to QuickTime Movie online for free. MP4 can sometimes lack multi-track or subtitle support found in flexible containers like MKV — MOV solves that. No registration, no watermarks, instant download.

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Max 500 MB · Max 30 min · Max 4K

How to Convert MP4 to MOV — 3 Steps

FFmpeg re-encodes your MP4 file to H.264, HEVC, or ProRes MOV — apple editing workflows.

  1. Upload your MP4 file

    Select your MP4 file from cameras. Files up to 500 MB and 30 minutes in duration are accepted.

  2. Confirm and convert

    Confirm you own the file and click Convert to MOV. Processing typically completes in under 60 seconds.

  3. Download your MOV file

    Download your MOV immediately — ready to final cut pro works best natively with mov containers.

Why Convert MP4 to MOV?

MP4 (MPEG-4 Part 14) can sometimes lack multi-track or subtitle support found in flexible containers like MKV. Converting to MOV gives you final cut pro and iphone native.

Final Cut ProFinal Cut Pro works best natively with MOV containers
iPhone nativeiOS records in MOV — ideal for Apple-to-Apple workflows
ProResProRes broadcast-quality codec uses MOV as its container
QuickTimeQuickTime Player and Mac Preview open MOV natively without plugins
HEVCHEVC recordings from newer iPhones and cameras come in MOV
DaVinci ResolveCamera MOV files import cleanly into DaVinci Resolve

Frequently Asked Questions

Why convert MP4 to MOV?

MP4 (MPEG-4 Part 14) can sometimes lack multi-track or subtitle support found in flexible containers like MKV. Converting to MOV gives you final cut pro works best natively with mov containers.

Will I lose video quality converting MP4 to MOV?

Our converter outputs H.264, HEVC, or ProRes video at high-quality settings. When re-encoding is required, we use settings that minimise visible artefacts. The resulting MOV file will be visually very close to the original.

What MP4 files can I upload?

You can upload MP4 files from cameras, phones, screen recorders, and video editors. Files must be under 500 MB, under 30 minutes in duration, and not exceed 4K (3840�2160) resolution.

What is the maximum file size for MP4 to MOV conversion?

The maximum upload size is 500 MB for video/audio and the maximum video duration is 30 minutes. Resolution is capped at 1920×1080 (1080p).

Is my MP4 file kept private?

Yes. Files are processed privately and automatically deleted within 60 minutes. We never store, sell, or analyse your content.

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