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QT to MPEG - Online Video Converter
Convert QT to MPEG online. Private, client-side - no uploadrequired. Batch conversion, quality presets, codec control.
Convert QT to MPEG
Drop QT video here or click to select
QT, MOV
MPEG (MPEG-2 / MP2)
About QT to MPEG
Convert QT to MPEG. QT is the original QuickTime extension behind Apple's MOV container. MPEG is the ISO program-stream container behind MPEG-1 and MPEG-2 discs. Interlaced sources may need deinterlacing for clean playback..
Why convert QT to MPEG?
- Smaller files with MPEG lossy compression.
- Keep animation and transparency where supported.
- Private, no upload - runs in your browser.
QT vs MPEG
| Animation | Yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|
| Transparency | Yes | No |
| Compression | lossy | lossy |
| Typical use | QT is the original QuickTime extension behind Apple's MOV container. | MPEG is the ISO program-stream container behind MPEG-1 and MPEG-2 discs. |
When not to convert QT to MPEG
- Skip MPEG for archival masters: lossy compression discards detail, so keep the QT original.
- Flatten transparency first: MPEG has no alpha channel, so composite QT over a background color.
Limits
Starting point: QT - QT is the original QuickTime extension behind Apple's MOV container. Same container as MOV under the older extension name. Interlaced sources may need deinterlacing for clean playback. Encode MPEG (MPEG-2 / MP2) from QT at a bitrate near the source, and confirm the audio track before converting.
How conversion works
Conversion runs entirely in your browser with FFmpeg WASM. Files never leave your device.
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FAQ
How do I convert QT to MPEG?
Drop your QT file onto this page, choose quality and codec settings, then click Convert. The result downloads as MPEG instantly. All processing runs in your browser.
What codec is used for MPEG?
The default codec for MPEG is MPEG-2 / MP2. You can change the video and audio codec in Advanced mode.
How do you store my files?
We do not store any processed videos. All conversion happens entirely in your browser using FFmpeg WASM.