Question 1

What is HLS and why would I need it?

Accepted Answer

HLS (HTTP Live Streaming) is a video streaming protocol developed by Apple. It breaks video files into small segments (.ts files) and creates a playlist (.m3u8 file) that tells video players how to play them in sequence. HLS is widely supported across devices and platforms, making it ideal for streaming video content on websites, mobile apps, and streaming platforms.

Question 2

How does the converter work?

Accepted Answer

Our converter runs entirely in your web browser using WebAssembly (WASM) technology. When you upload an MP4 file, it's processed locally on your computer using FFmpeg - a powerful video processing library. The conversion happens without uploading your file to our servers, ensuring complete privacy and security.

Question 3

Is my video file safe and private?

Accepted Answer

Your video files never leave your computer. The entire conversion process happens client-side in your browser. We cannot see, access, or store your video content. This approach ensures 100% privacy and eliminates any risk of data breaches or unauthorized access to your files.

Question 4

Are there any file size limits?

Accepted Answer

There are no artificial file size limits imposed by our tool. The only limitation is your device's available memory (RAM). Larger files will require more memory to process. For very large files, we recommend using a computer with sufficient RAM for the best experience.

Question 5

What video formats are supported?

Accepted Answer

Currently, our converter supports MP4 input files. The output will be HLS format, which includes a .m3u8 playlist file and multiple .ts segment files. We chose to focus on MP4 input as it's the most common video format and provides the best compatibility.

Question 6

Is the converter really free?

Accepted Answer

Yes, our HLS converter is completely free to use with no hidden costs, subscriptions, or usage limits. Since the processing happens on your device rather than our servers, we don't incur processing costs, allowing us to offer the service for free permanently.

Question 7

Will the video quality be preserved?

Accepted Answer

Yes, our converter uses the 'copy' codec setting, which means the video and audio streams are copied without re-encoding. This preserves the original quality of your MP4 file while converting it to HLS format. The aspect ratio and resolution remain unchanged.

Question 8

Does it work on mobile devices?

Accepted Answer

Yes, our converter works on mobile devices, but with some limitations. Mobile devices typically have less RAM than desktop computers, so they may struggle with larger video files. For best results, we recommend using a desktop or laptop computer, especially for larger files.

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