Convert OGV to MP4 — Open Video Made Universal
Convert OGV Theora video to MP4 for universal playback. Works with all Ogg video files from open-source projects and web content. Free converter.
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About OGV to MP4 Conversion
OGV (Ogg Video) uses the Theora codec—an open-source, royalty-free video format popular in the open-source community and early HTML5 video. While Theora played an important role in the web's transition away from Flash, mainstream adoption shifted to H.264. Converting OGV to MP4 brings this content to universal compatibility.
The conversion transcodes Theora video to H.264, typically producing smaller files with equivalent or better visual quality. Your open-source video content becomes playable on every device.
Why Convert OGV to MP4?
Universal device compatibility. Most browsers and devices now prioritize H.264/MP4. Safari, mobile browsers, and video players don't play OGV natively.
Modern compression efficiency. Theora dates to early 2000s technology. H.264 achieves better quality at smaller file sizes.
Platform requirements. YouTube, social media, and video hosting services expect MP4. OGV uploads often fail or require server-side conversion.
Common Use Cases
- Converting Wikipedia and Wikimedia video content