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Convert MP4 to MKV

Convert your .mp4 files to .mkv format online. No software to install.

Convert MP4 to MKV now

Pro plan required (from €4.99 / $4.99/month).

How to convert MP4 to MKV

1

Upload

Drag and drop your .mp4 file or click to browse.

2

Choose format

Select MKV as your output format.

3

Download

Click Convert and download your .mkv file.

Why convert MP4 to MKV?

Converting MP4 to MKV provides the most flexible container for multiple audio and subtitle tracks. MP4 (MPEG-4 Part 14) and MKV (Matroska Video) use different container structures with different strengths.

MP4 vs MKV: technical comparison

MP4 (MPEG-4 Part 14, introduced in 2001) uses proprietary compression. MKV (Matroska Video, introduced in 2002) uses proprietary compression. MP4 browser support: Universal. MKV browser support: Limited (Chrome/Edge for VP8/VP9/AV1 in WebM subset).

What happens to quality?

The quality impact depends on the specific settings used during conversion. MKV uses compression that may affect quality depending on the chosen settings.

File size impact

Typical MP4 file size: A 1-minute 1080p H.264 video: ~15-30 MB; 4K: ~50-100 MB. Typical MKV file size: A 2-hour 1080p H.265 movie: ~4-8 GB; 4K remux: ~40-80 GB.

Common use cases

  • Converting MP4 files to MKV for compatibility with specific applications or workflows
  • Converting MP4 files to MKV for compatibility with specific applications or workflows
  • Converting MP4 files to MKV for compatibility with specific applications or workflows
Pro tip

For the best conversion results, always start from the highest quality source file available. Converting from a previously compressed file compounds any existing compression artifacts. When in doubt, use higher quality settings — you can always re-convert at lower quality later, but you cannot recover quality that has been lost.

Why use SquishConvert for MP4 to MKV?

Pro plan

Pro plan required (from €4.99 / $4.99/month). No watermarks.

Quick & easy

Create a free account in 10 seconds and start converting immediately. No credit card required.

Where your file goes

Your file is sent over an encrypted connection to our provider CloudConvert, which converts it and deletes it after the conversion, within 24 hours at most. Details in our Privacy Policy.

Works everywhere

Convert files from any device: desktop, tablet, or phone. No software to install, works in any modern browser.

358+ conversions

SquishConvert supports over 358 file conversion combinations across images, documents, audio, and video.

High quality output

Your converted .mkv file maintains the best possible quality. No unnecessary compression or quality loss.

Video conversion requires a Pro account. See pricing, from €4.99 / $4.99/month

Frequently asked questions

Is it free to convert MP4 to MKV?

No. Video conversions need a Pro plan (from €4.99 / $4.99/month), with 100 audio or 20 video conversions a month.

How long does it take to convert MP4 to MKV?

It depends on the file size and on the queue at our provider. Small files usually take a few seconds.

Is my MP4 file safe when converting?

Your file is sent over an encrypted connection to our provider CloudConvert, which converts it and deletes it after the conversion, within 24 hours at most. Details in our Privacy Policy.

What is the maximum file size for MP4 to MKV?

Free users can convert files up to 10 MB. Pro users can convert files up to 500 MB.

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