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Effortlessly Convert Horizontal Videos to Vertical with FFMPEGAPI.net

June 2026 FFMPEG API Team

In the rapidly evolving world of content creation, the ability to easily convert horizontal videos to vertical format is essential for mobile-oriented platforms. FFMPEGAPI.net provides a streamlined hosted REST API for FFmpeg-powered video processing, allowing developers to automate this process without the need for server setup or management.

Why Choose FFMPEGAPI.net for Video Conversion?

FFMPEGAPI.net is designed for developers who need a robust and reliable solution for video processing. By eliminating the need for infrastructure management, our API allows you to focus on building your applications rather than worrying about server configurations.

With API-key authentication, FFMPEGAPI.net ensures secure access for your workflows, making it an ideal choice for automation, SaaS applications, and content pipelines.

  • No server setup required.
  • Seamless integration into existing workflows.
  • Scalable and reliable video processing.

Using the Convert to Vertical API Endpoint

The Convert to Vertical endpoint allows you to easily transform a landscape video into a portrait format, tailored for mobile devices. This feature is essential for creators looking to optimize their videos for social media platforms.

You can also add a watermark to your output video by providing the watermark image URL in the request.

  • Endpoint Path: `/api/convert_to_vertical`
  • Method: `POST`
  • Content Type: `application/json`
curl -X POST https://www.ffmpegapi.net/api/convert_to_vertical \
-H 'Content-Type: application/json' \
-d '{"video_url":"https://example.com/landscape.mp4","watermark_url":"https://example.com/logo.png"}'
import requests

url = 'https://www.ffmpegapi.net/api/convert_to_vertical'
data = {
    'video_url': 'https://example.com/landscape.mp4',
    'watermark_url': 'https://example.com/logo.png'
}

response = requests.post(url, json=data)
print(response.json())

Parameters for the Convert to Vertical API

To utilize the Convert to Vertical API, you need to provide specific parameters in your request. Here's a breakdown of the required and optional parameters:

  • **Required:**
  • - `video_url`: The URL of the video you want to convert.
  • **Optional:**
  • - `watermark_url`: The URL of an optional watermark image.
  • - `async`: If set to true, the API will return a job_id immediately and process the request in the background.

FFMPEGAPI.net simplifies the process of programmatic video editing by providing a powerful hosted API for converting videos to vertical format. With no need for server management and the ability to automate workflows, it's the best choice for developers looking to enhance their content creation pipeline. Start using FFMPEGAPI.net today and elevate your video processing capabilities.

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