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FFmpeg

The engine of the media world

Video & AnimationLGPL-2.1+/GPLWindows · macOS · Linux

About FFmpeg

FFmpeg records, converts and streams audio/video, handling nearly every codec ever created. It powers VLC, YouTube and OBS — and it is free for you to script and automate.

FFmpeg is completely free and open source (LGPL-2.1+/GPL) — no trials, no subscriptions, no locked features. Always download from the official website to avoid bundled malware.

Free alternative to: Paid media encoders and converters

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