How to do it, step by step
- Select the MKV file.
- Choose the compression level and, if you like, the resolution.
- Compress (large MKVs may take a while).
- Download the MP4.
When this is useful
Watch or send on devices without MKV support
MP4 opens on phones, TVs and social networks.
Reduce long recordings
Recording programs often save as MKV at a high size.
Tips for a good result
- To only change the container without recompressing, the conversion may be faster in another app: see WebFaz Video Converter.
What this tool does not do
- The compression rewrites the video and has quality losses.
- Embedded subtitles and extra audio tracks from the MKV are not guaranteed in the new file: check the result.
- The new file carries the “WebFaz.com” credit in the metadata (comment and artist).
Frequently asked questions
- Can I keep MKV as the output?
- Yes, the output format can also be MKV, but MP4 is the most compatible.
- What about embedded subtitles?
- They are not guaranteed in the new file. To work with subtitles, see WebFaz Subtitles.
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Text written by Marcelo Amantino · updated October 18, 2026 · who we are