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MP4 to M3U8 Converter

Quickly convert multiple mp4 files to m3u8 — free & online.

Drag & drop your files here or click to upload

How to convert MP4 to M3U8 online

Follow these simple steps to convert mp4 files to m3u8 using AnyConv. It works on all devices — Windows, Mac, Linux, iPhone, Android.

Upload your MP4 file

Drag & drop your file into the upload area. You can also click to select it manually. Max file size: 100 MB.

Start converting

Hit the “Convert” button to turn your MP4 into M3U8. The process usually takes just a few seconds.

Download your M3U8

Once ready, download your converted file instantly. The download link is private and only works on your device.

What is a MP4 file?

MP4 (MPEG-4 Part 14) is one of the most widely used video container formats in the world. It supports high-quality video and audio, subtitles, and still images in a compact file size.

MP4 is ideal for streaming, downloading, and sharing content across nearly all devices and platforms, making it a universal standard for video.

How to open MP4 files

MP4 is universally supported by nearly every media player, browser, and mobile device. It works on Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and Linux without the need for additional codecs.

Use AnyConv to convert MP4 to other formats like AVI, MOV, or MKV depending on your needs.

Key facts about MP4

  • Full name: MPEG-4 Part 14
  • Extension: .mp4
  • MIME type: video/mp4
  • Developed by: ISO/IEC
  • Initial release: 2001

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What is a M3U8 file?

M3U8 is a playlist file format based on the M3U format but encoded in UTF-8. It is commonly used to describe multimedia playlists, especially for HTTP Live Streaming (HLS) by Apple.

Instead of storing video, an M3U8 file points to media segments and streaming instructions. It’s widely used in web video streaming and adaptive bitrate playback.

How to open M3U8 files

M3U8 files can be opened with VLC, iTunes, JW Player, and online streaming platforms. They serve as playlists for media segments, not actual video content.

You can use AnyConv to extract or convert the video segments linked in an M3U8 playlist to formats like MP4.

Key facts about M3U8

  • Full name: UTF-8 M3U Playlist File
  • Extension: .m3u8
  • MIME type: application/vnd.apple.mpegurl
  • Developed by: Apple Inc.
  • Initial release: 2009

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Convert to M3U8

Want to get a file in M3U8 format? Choose the original format you’re starting with — AnyConv can quickly convert dozens of file types into M3U8.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about converting MP4 to M3U8
  • Do I need to register to convert MP4 files?
    Not at all! You can convert MP4 to M3U8 without signing up or installing anything.
  • Is it safe to convert MP4 to M3U8 on AnyConv?
    Absolutely. All MP4 and M3U8 files are securely handled and automatically deleted after 1 hour. Nobody can access your data.
  • Will the quality change after converting MP4 to M3U8?
    We do our best to preserve the original quality during MP4 to M3U8 conversion. The result is accurate and clean.
  • How long does it take to convert MP4 to M3U8?
    Most conversions from MP4 to M3U8 take just a few seconds — even for larger files.
  • Can I upload more than one MP4 file?
    Yes, batch conversion is supported. You can convert multiple MP4 files to M3U8 at once — fast and easy.
  • What browsers support MP4 to M3U8 conversion?
    All modern browsers! Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge — AnyConv runs online and supports converting MP4 to M3U8 on any platform.