AVI → WEBM
AVI to WEBM
AVI is an older container often found in archives. WebM with VP9/Opus is efficient for the web, so AVI is sometimes converted to WebM for publishing.
The file will be deleted from the server automatically.
How to convert AVI to WEBM
- 1Upload a AVI file
- 2Press “Convert AVI to WEBM”
- 3Download the WEBM file
More about AVI to WEBM
Why convert AVI to WEBM
AVI is an older container often found in archives. WebM with VP9/Opus is efficient for the web, so AVI is sometimes converted to WebM for publishing.
How the conversion works
The file goes into an isolated server queue and is processed with ffmpeg. Progress is shown on the page, and the result is deleted automatically.
What to know
Modern browsers support WebM, but not every TV or older device does. For universal playback, keep MP4 as a fallback.
What changes when you convert AVI to WEBM
- Video and audio are re-encoded on the server; the original is untouched and the result is deleted automatically.
Format comparison
| Property | AVI | WEBM |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossy | Lossy |
| Best for | archives and old camera recordings | web video |
| Compatibility | desktop players; phones and social networks often reject it | browsers; limited support on iPhone and TVs |
Questions and answers
Why is processing done on the server?
A browser cannot reliably transcode video and audio. The server uses ffmpeg and processes one job at a time.
What are the limits?
Up to 100 MB, 5 minutes and Full HD for video. Audio has the same size and duration limits.
How long is the result stored?
The file is deleted after download or within an hour. The link stops working after deletion.
What is the difference between AVI and WEBM?
AVI is used for archives and old camera recordings; compatibility: desktop players; phones and social networks often reject it. WEBM suits web video; compatibility: browsers; limited support on iPhone and TVs.
What changes when converting AVI to WEBM?
Video and audio are re-encoded on the server; the original is untouched and the result is deleted automatically.