Convert MP4 to MKV

Repackage MP4 videos as Matroska MKV files. Always takes just seconds — MKV accepts any codec without re-encoding.

Free · No signup · Files never leave your device

Drag and drop a video file

or click to browse

Compatible videos are repackaged in seconds without re-encoding — you'll see whether yours qualifies before converting.

How it works

1

Drop your MP4 file

It stays on your device — nothing is uploaded.

2

Converted to MKV locally

Compatible streams are repackaged right in your browser — usually done in seconds with zero quality loss.

3

Download the result

Preview the MKV and download it — free, no watermark.

Frequently asked questions

How long does MP4 to MKV take?

Usually seconds. Most MP4 files carry video and audio codecs that MKV also supports, so the streams are repackaged into the new container without re-encoding — no quality loss, no long wait. The tool tells you before converting whether your file qualifies.

Will the quality change?

Usually not at all: when the codecs are compatible, the conversion just moves the same video and audio data into a new container — bit-for-bit identical quality. Only incompatible streams are re-encoded, and the tool tells you beforehand.

Why convert to MKV at all?

MKV is the most flexible video container: it holds any codec, multiple audio tracks, chapters, and rich subtitles, which makes it popular for archiving and media servers like Plex and Jellyfin.

Is it really free?

Yes. The converter is completely free, with no signup, watermarks, or limits. We make money from our video translation service, not from this tool.

Do you upload my files?

No. The conversion happens locally in your browser using WebAssembly. Your file never leaves your device — you can even disconnect from the internet once the page has loaded.