MOV to MKV converter
Convert MOV files to MKV with encrypted uploads and automatic deletion. Open container supporting virtually any codec combination.
Drop a MOV file, or click to browse
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How it works
Drop your file
Drag a MOV file in, or click to browse. No account needed to try it.
We convert it
Encrypted upload, converted to MKV in our ffmpeg pipeline.
Download the result
Grab your MKV file immediately, or find it later in your dashboard.
Why convert MOV to MKV?
Both MOV and MKV use lossy compression, so the conversion mainly changes compatibility, not quality. The main reason to convert MOV to MKV is compatibility: MKV plays back smoothly in browsers and on mobile without a codec pack, while MOV doesn't always. If you're sharing a file with someone else, sending it to a tool that expects a specific format, or archiving it for the long term, MKV is usually the safer target.
Format comparison
| MOV | MKV | |
|---|---|---|
| Extension | .mov | .mkv |
| MIME type | video/quicktime | video/x-matroska |
| Compression | lossy compression | lossy compression |
| Category | video | video |
Your file, handled carefully
Uploads are encrypted in transit and at rest, processed in an isolated job, and deleted on the schedule you choose — as fast as immediately. We don't index, search, or share files between accounts. Read the full security model →
Frequently asked questions
Is converting MOV to MKV free?
Yes — the first 50 conversions every month are free on any plan, including MOV to MKV.
Will I lose quality converting MOV to MKV?
MKV is open container supporting virtually any codec combination. We use the highest-quality encoder settings by default so visual or data loss is minimized.
Do you keep a copy of my file?
No, not by default. You choose a retention window at upload — immediate, 1 hour, 24 hours or 7 days — and the file is permanently deleted after that.
What is MOV?
Apple QuickTime's video container, the default on iPhone.
Will my converted file have a watermark?
On the Free plan, MKV output includes a small "Converted with Convyx" mark. Pro ($9/mo) removes it, along with the 25 MB file size cap.
What happens if a conversion fails?
You get a clear error message and the job is marked failed in your history — we never silently drop a file. Retry is one click, and nothing is charged against your quota for a failed job.