MKV (.mkv)

Frequently asked questions

What is a .mkv file?

Matroska (MKV) is an open, flexible container that can hold virtually any video/audio codec plus multiple subtitle tracks and chapters — popular for archiving and multi-track releases.

What is MKV good for?

MKV works well for bundling multiple audio/subtitle tracks, archiving high-quality video, flexible codec support.

What are the downsides of MKV?

Not natively playable in most web browsers Less universal on mobile than MP4

How do I convert MKV to another format?

You can convert MKV to MP4, WEBM, MOV, AVI, GIF, OGV right in your browser — nothing is uploaded.