Convert FLV to MKV
Max file size 100mb.
FLV vs MKV Format Comparison
Aspect | FLV (Source Format) | MKV (Target Format) |
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Format Overview |
FLV
Flash Video
Adobe Flash video format designed for web streaming and online video delivery through Flash Player. Web |
MKV
Matroska Video
Open-source multimedia container supporting unlimited video, audio, and subtitle tracks with advanced features. Open Source |
Container/Codecs | Uses H.264, VP6, or Sorenson Spark video codecs with MP3 or AAC audio, optimized for Flash Player. |
Universal container supporting virtually any codec including H.264, H.265, VP9, AV1 with multiple audio formats. |
Compression | Efficient compression optimized for web streaming with progressive download capabilities. |
Advanced compression with support for latest codecs like H.265 and AV1, offering superior efficiency. |
Quality | Good to excellent quality depending on bitrate settings, optimized for web viewing. |
Exceptional quality with support for 4K, 8K, HDR content and lossless video compression options. |
File Size | Medium (5–20 MB per minute) optimized for web streaming and progressive download. |
Variable (2–50+ MB per minute) depending on codec choice and quality settings, highly customizable. |
Compatibility | Limited compatibility, requires Flash Player or specialized software for playback. |
Wide compatibility with modern media players, though some older devices may require codec updates. |
Streaming Support | Excellent streaming support with Adobe Flash Media Server and progressive download. |
Good streaming support with adaptive streaming capabilities and support for modern streaming protocols. |
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Metadata Support | Rich metadata support including cue points, chapter markers, and custom Flash video properties. |
Extensive metadata support with chapters, attachments, tags, and complex media information structures. |
Why Convert FLV to MKV?
Converting FLV to MKV transforms your Flash videos into a versatile, open-source container format that supports unlimited audio tracks, subtitles, and the latest video codecs. MKV offers future-proof storage with exceptional quality and flexibility.
Our converter creates high-quality MKV files using advanced codecs like H.264 or H.265 with optimized compression settings. The resulting files support multiple audio languages, subtitle tracks, and chapter navigation for professional-grade video content.
MKV is the ideal choice for video archival, multi-language content, and professional video production. Its open-source nature and extensive codec support make it perfect for high-quality video storage, international distribution, and future-proof media libraries.