Convert Video to YouTube Shorts Format

Reframe your videos to YouTube Shorts' vertical format (1080x1920). Perfect for creating engaging Shorts content from landscape or square videos.

Drop your video file here (MP4, AVI, MOV, MKV, WMV...)

Maximum file size: 500MB

Output Format

YouTube Shorts Vertical Format

1080 × 1920

9:16 Aspect Ratio

Background Color

Preset Colors

Custom Color

Enter hex color code

Selected Color

#000000

How to Convert Video to YouTube Shorts Format

1

Upload Your Video

Drag and drop or browse to upload any video. Supports MP4, AVI, MOV, MKV, WMV, and more formats up to 500MB.

2

Pick Background Color

Choose a preset color or pick a custom hex color. Match your YouTube channel branding for consistent content.

3

Download Your Short

Preview and download your perfectly formatted 1080x1920 vertical video ready for YouTube Shorts upload. No watermarks.

Why Use the YouTube Shorts Vertical Format?

YouTube Shorts' 9:16 vertical format (1080x1920 pixels) is YouTube's answer to TikTok and Instagram Reels. Shorts get massive algorithmic distribution, appearing in the dedicated Shorts shelf, on mobile home feeds, and in search results. Properly formatted vertical videos receive significantly more impressions and subscribers than landscape content uploaded as Shorts. Our converter preserves your entire video while adding a professional colored background.

Perfect for YouTube Creators

  • Convert landscape (16:9) or square (1:1) videos to Shorts' vertical format
  • Match your YouTube channel branding with 8 preset colors or custom hex
  • No cropping — your entire video is preserved and centered
  • Professional quality 1080x1920 output optimized for YouTube compression
  • Repurpose long-form YouTube content into Shorts for maximum reach
  • Consistent visual identity across all your Shorts content

Common YouTube Shorts Conversion Scenarios

Long-Form to Shorts

Clip highlights from your YouTube videos and convert them to Shorts format. Drive viewers from Shorts to your full-length content.

Podcast Highlights

Turn podcast video clips into YouTube Shorts. Convert landscape podcast footage to vertical with matching brand colors.

Gaming Highlights

Reformat widescreen gaming clips for YouTube Shorts. Show off your best plays in the Shorts feed for maximum visibility.

Educational Content

Convert tutorial or lecture clips to Shorts format. Quick educational content performs exceptionally well in YouTube Shorts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this YouTube Shorts converter free?

Yes, completely free with no registration required. No watermarks on your videos and no hidden fees.

What resolution do YouTube Shorts use?

YouTube Shorts are displayed in 9:16 vertical format at 1080x1920 pixels. Videos should be under 60 seconds for Shorts. Our converter outputs at exactly this resolution.

Will my video be cropped?

No. Your entire video is preserved and centered within the 9:16 frame. The remaining space is filled with your chosen background color — no content is lost.

Is my video data secure?

Absolutely. All files are processed on secure servers with encrypted connections and automatically deleted within 24 hours.

Why Use Our Free Tool?

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Files are processed securely and automatically deleted after 24 hours

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