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Transform Your Videos: Convert Horizontal to Vertical with FFMPEGAPI.net

June 2026 FFMPEG API Team

In a world where mobile video consumption is skyrocketing, the need to convert horizontal videos to vertical formats has never been more critical. FFMPEGAPI.net provides a seamless solution through its hosted REST API, allowing developers to integrate fast media processing into their applications without the need for complex infrastructure management. This article will guide you through using the 'Convert to Vertical' endpoint, ensuring your content is optimized for mobile users.

Why Choose FFMPEGAPI.net for Video Processing?

FFMPEGAPI.net stands out as the go-to solution for developers looking to implement video processing features in their applications. With no server setup required, you can focus on building your product while leaving the heavy lifting to our robust API.

  • Hosted REST API for easy integration
  • No need for FFmpeg infrastructure management
  • API-key authentication for secure workflows
  • Ideal for SaaS applications, content pipelines, and AI agents

Overview of the Convert to Vertical Endpoint

The '/api/convert_to_vertical' endpoint allows you to convert horizontal videos into a vertical format, perfect for enhancing mobile user experience. You can also add a watermark if desired.

  • Method: POST
  • Content-Type: application/json
  • Convert a video URL to vertical format
  • Optional watermark support

Parameters for the Convert to Vertical Endpoint

To use the Convert to Vertical API, you need to provide specific parameters in your request. Below are the details for each parameter.

1. **video_url** (required): The URL of the video you want to convert.

2. **watermark_url** (optional): A URL to an image that will serve as a watermark.

3. **async** (optional): If set to true, the API will return a job_id immediately, processing the video in the background.

Practical Examples

Here’s how you can make a POST request to convert a horizontal video to vertical format using both curl and Python.

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", "async": false}'
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',
    'async': False
}

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

Leveraging FFMPEGAPI.net for converting horizontal videos to vertical format can significantly streamline your content creation process. With its easy-to-use API and powerful features, you can enhance your mobile media offerings without the hassle of server management. Start using FFMPEGAPI.net today and transform your video processing workflows for maximum efficiency.

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