Free online H265 to 264 converter
Convert HEVC video to H.264 for broader device and software compatibility.
Convert H265 to 264 online - free
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Some older phones, TVs, editors, and playback apps do not support H.265/HEVC video, so converting it to H.264/AVC can make a clip easier to play or edit. The conversion re-encodes the video and may increase the file size.
What H.265 is
H.265, also called HEVC, is a video codec used to compress high-resolution and high-bitrate footage efficiently. Phones, cameras, screen recorders, and video-export tools can create HEVC files, commonly stored in MP4 or MKV containers. A filename extension alone does not confirm the codec; inspect the file with a media-information tool if unsure.
What H.264 is
H.264, also called AVC, is a widely supported video codec used in web video, cameras, and MP4 files. It is a practical choice for older devices and editing software that cannot decode HEVC. H.264 often needs a higher bitrate than H.265 for similar visual quality, so the converted file may be larger.
Convert online on 101convert.com
- Open the H.265-to-264 converter on 101convert.com and upload the video.
- Select 264/H.264 as the output format if prompted, then start the conversion. The conversion runs on the site's server with FFmpeg.
- Download the converted file when it is ready. A per-file size limit is shown on the page.
Convert offline with desktop software
FFmpeg is a free, open-source command-line tool for Windows, macOS, and Linux. This command converts the first video stream and any audio streams to H.264 video and AAC audio in an MP4 container:
ffmpeg -i input.mp4 -map 0:v:0 -map 0:a? -c:v libx264 -crf 20 -preset medium -c:a aac -b:a 192k output.mp4
Replace input.mp4 with the source filename. The -crf 20 setting controls quality; a lower value gives higher quality and a larger file. The command does not carry subtitles into the output.
HandBrake is a free, open-source desktop converter for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Open the source video, set Summary → Format to MP4, then set Video → Video Encoder to H.264 (x264). Choose a quality setting and click Start Encode.
Quality and compatibility
Because H.265-to-H.264 conversion requires re-encoding, some image detail can be lost; converting cannot restore detail already absent from the source. Use a high-quality setting and keep the original if quality matters. H.264 in an MP4 container is not the same as a raw .264 bitstream; most players and devices expect a container such as MP4.
Note: This h265 to 264 conversion record is incomplete, must be verified, and may contain inaccuracies. Please vote below whether you found this information helpful or not.
Information about file extensions and file types is provided by File-Extensions.org
Frequently asked questions
Is the H265 to 264 converter free?
Yes, converting H265 to 264 on 101convert.com is completely free. No registration, email address or installation is required. If you need a higher file size limit or want to convert more files at once, see our plans.
How large can my H265 file be?
You can upload H265 files up to 30 MB and convert up to 1 files at once in a single batch. With a paid plan the limit is up to 2000 MB per file and 1 files at once, see our plans.
What happens to my uploaded files?
Files are processed automatically and deleted from our servers within a few minutes after conversion. We never view or share your files.
Do I need to install any software to convert H265 to 264?
No. The H265 to 264 conversion runs entirely online in your browser and works on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone.
Did the conversion fail?
In most cases, the cause is an incorrect file format. Please upload a valid H265 file for this H265 to 264 conversion. Occasionally, the issue may be on our side. We analyze recurring conversion failures and disable or fix the converter if we detect a defect.