Online FLV Converter
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What is a FLV file?
FLV (Flash Video) is a video format created by Adobe for use with Flash Player. It was widely used for video streaming across the web, especially on platforms like YouTube in the early days.
Although Flash is no longer supported, FLV remains a recognizable format and can be easily converted to MP4 or other formats for modern playback.
How to open FLV files
FLV files can be opened using VLC, KMPlayer, or legacy Flash-based video players. Though Flash has been phased out, FLV is still supported by many modern tools.
To convert FLV to MP4 or another current format, use AnyConv online.
Key facts about FLV
- Full name: Flash Video File
- Extension: .flv
- MIME type: video/x-flv
- Developed by: Adobe Systems
- Initial release: 2002
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🎯 Did You Know?
FLV powered the rise of viral video
During the 2000s, FLV was the backbone of early YouTube, MySpace, and news sites — making it the first truly global web video format. Without FLV, internet memes and viral videos might never have taken off the way they did.
— Fact picked by Ethan Brooks
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about FLV
- Do I need to install software to convert FLV files?No extra software is required. Just upload your FLV files to AnyConv, we’ll convert them on our servers, and you can download the finished file right away.
- Can I use FLV converter on my phone or tablet?Yes, you can convert FLV files on any device — including phones and tablets. AnyConv works perfectly on mobile.
- Is it safe to convert FLV files with AnyConv?Yes, converting FLV files with AnyConv is secure. All files are automatically deleted after conversion and never shared.
- Can I convert multiple FLV files at once?Yes, our converter supports batch processing. You can upload several FLV files and convert them all at once.