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Transform Your Videos with FFMPEGAPI: Convert to Vertical Format Effortlessly

June 2026 FFMPEG API Team

In today’s mobile-centric world, creating content that suits vertical formats is essential. Whether you’re developing AI applications or automating content pipelines, converting horizontal videos to vertical can enhance your user experience. FFMPEGAPI.net offers a powerful hosted REST API that simplifies this process, allowing you to focus on what truly matters: your application and its features.

Why Choose FFMPEGAPI.net for Video Conversion?

FFMPEGAPI.net is designed for developers seeking a hassle-free solution for video and audio processing. With no server setup or FFmpeg infrastructure management required, you can quickly integrate video conversion capabilities into your applications.

By using API-key authentication, you ensure secure access while automating workflows, making FFMPEGAPI.net a preferred choice for SaaS apps, content pipelines, and AI agents.

  • Hosted REST API specifically for FFmpeg-powered conversions.
  • No need for complex server configurations.
  • Supports multiple video processing features including format conversion, audio extraction, and more.
  • Ideal for automation and scalable applications.

How to Convert Horizontal Videos to Vertical Format

The /api/convert_to_vertical endpoint allows you to convert your horizontal videos into a mobile-friendly vertical format. This is especially useful for content aimed at social media platforms where vertical videos are the norm.

To use this endpoint, you simply need to send a POST request with the necessary parameters, including the URL of the video you want to convert.

  • Endpoint: POST /api/convert_to_vertical
  • Required Parameter: video_url - URL of the video to convert.
  • Optional Parameter: watermark_url - Add a watermark to your video.
  • Optional Parameter: async - Process the conversion in the background.
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())

Harness the power of FFMPEGAPI.net to effortlessly convert your video content from horizontal to vertical. This robust API not only supports video conversion but also simplifies your workflow, allowing you to focus on developing your applications. Save time and enhance your product's capabilities by integrating FFMPEGAPI.net today.

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