# MOV to MP4 Converter Convert MOV video files to MP4 format > Canonical page: https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/mov-to-mp4 - **Category:** Media - **Keywords:** mov, mp4, convert, video, format, ffmpeg, quicktime, apple, mac, ios ## Overview Convert MOV (QuickTime) videos to MP4 format for better compatibility. MOV is common on Apple devices, while MP4 works universally across all platforms, devices, and browsers. ## Inputs - **MOV Video File** (file): Select MOV video to convert - **Video Codec** (select) - **Audio Codec** (select) - **CRF Quality (18-28, lower is better)** (number): Only applies when re-encoding. 18-28 is recommended range ## When to use - When you need to play QuickTime MOV videos recorded on iPhone or Mac on non-Apple devices like Windows or Android. - When preparing video files for web upload where MP4 (H.264/AAC) is the standard format for HTML5 players. - When you want to compress large MOV files by adjusting the CRF quality or changing the video codec to H.265. ## How it works - Upload your MOV video file (up to 100MB limit). - Select your preferred video codec (such as H.264 or H.265) and audio codec, or choose 'Copy' to bypass re-encoding. - Optionally set a CRF quality value between 18 and 28 to control the compression level. - Click convert to process the video and download the resulting MP4 file. ## Use cases - Sharing iPhone screen recordings or camera videos with Windows and Android users. - Optimizing QuickTime videos for web embedding using standard HTML5 video tags. - Compressing large raw MOV files into smaller, highly compatible MP4 files using H.265 or custom CRF settings. ## Frequently asked questions ### Can I convert MOV to MP4 without losing quality? Yes, select the 'Copy' option for both video and audio codecs to transfer the streams directly into the MP4 container without re-encoding. ### What is the maximum file size supported? The tool supports MOV video files up to 100MB. ### Which video codec should I choose for maximum compatibility? H.264 (libx264) combined with AAC audio is recommended for universal compatibility across web browsers and older devices. ### What does the CRF quality setting do? Constant Rate Factor (CRF) controls video quality during re-encoding; values between 18 and 28 are supported, where lower numbers yield higher quality. ### Can I convert HEVC MOV files from my iPhone? 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