Vertical Video Converter
A free vertical video converter that turns horizontal videos into 9:16 for Reels, TikTok and Shorts in one click. Fill the empty space with a blurred background, keep black bars, or crop to fill the screen. Also 4:5 and square.
Preview
Add a video to preview it in the new format. The preview updates as you change the settings.
Results
Your converted videos will appear here.
How to use the vertical video converter
This free vertical video converter turns horizontal 16:9 videos into 9:16 for Instagram Reels, TikTok and YouTube Shorts in one click. It runs in your browser, so your videos are never uploaded and there’s no watermark.
- Add your videos. Drop MP4, MOV or WebM files. Add several to convert them all with the same settings.
- Choose the format and fill. Pick 9:16, 4:5, 1:1 or 16:9, then fill the empty space with Blur, Black bars or Crop. Move the crop position to keep your subject in view.
- Convert and download. Choose 1080p or 720p, keep or remove the sound, then download each video or all of them.
Blur, black bars or crop?
- Blur: keeps the whole picture and fills the top and bottom with a soft, blurred copy — the classic Reels look.
- Black bars: keeps the whole picture on a clean black background.
- Crop: fills the whole screen; use the crop position to follow the action.
- Video size: zoom the video inside the frame for a bigger subject with less empty space.
Why use this vertical video converter?
- Made for short video. One-click formats for Reels, TikTok, Shorts, feed posts and square posts.
- Live preview. See the result update as you change the settings, before you convert.
- Batch conversion. Convert a whole set of clips with the same look.
- Private and free. No upload, no sign-up and no watermark.
Vertical video converter FAQ
Is the vertical video converter free?
Yes. It’s free with no account, no watermark and no limit on the number of videos.
Are my videos uploaded to a server?
No. The vertical video converter runs in your browser on your own device, so your videos never leave it.
What size is a vertical video for Reels and TikTok?
Reels, TikTok and YouTube Shorts use a 9:16 vertical format, which is 1080 × 1920 pixels at 1080p.
How do I make a horizontal video vertical without cutting it off?
Choose 9:16 and Blur or Black bars. Your whole video stays visible and the empty space above and below is filled.
Can I convert several videos at once?
Yes. Add several videos and they are all converted with the same format and settings.
Does it work on my phone?
Yes. It works in recent versions of Chrome, Edge and Safari on phones, tablets and computers.
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