About Convert Video Online
Convert Video Online changes container/codecs so clips play where you need them — web players, mobile apps, or partner systems. Processing runs asynchronously on the same FFmpeg stack as POST /v1/video/convert. Prototype here, then call the API from your backend with one FatBaby key.
How to use
- Upload a video file.
- Choose the output format (mp4, webm, mkv, or mov).
- Click Process and wait for the async convert job.
- Download the converted video.
Features
- FFmpeg format conversion
- Async processing for large files
- Shared credits with Video/FFmpeg APIs
- Related trim and compress tools
Supported formats
video/*
Use cases
- Deliver MP4 for universal playback
- Prepare WebM for web embeds
- Normalize uploads before publishing
Privacy and credits
Temporary outputs expire on a short retention window. Track usage from the dashboard ledger. Pricing is the same for tools and API calls that share an operation.
Related tools
Category: video tools · Related API · Documentation
Automate with the API
Ready to ship? Authenticate with Authorization: Bearer fb_live_… against https://www.thefatbaby.com/api. Official SDKs are under Developers → SDKs.
FAQ
How many credits does this use?
About 5 credits per run (same rate as the public API).
How long are files kept?
Processed files are deleted after about 24 hours.
Where are uploaded files stored?
Temporary processing files are cleaned up on a short retention window (typically within 24 hours). Do not upload secrets you cannot afford to expose.