Convert MP4 to 3GP
Free, fast and secure — convert MP4 to 3GP right in your browser.
MP4
3GP
Convert MP4 to 3GP for wider compatibility
Converting MP4 to 3GP gives you a more widely supported file that opens cleanly across more devices, apps and platforms — handy when MP4 will not play nicely everywhere.
How to convert MP4 to 3GP
- 1 Drop your MP4 file into the converter above.
- 2 It is converted to 3GP automatically — no settings to fiddle with.
- 3 Download your new 3GP file instantly.
MP4 vs 3GP
| Feature | MP4 | 3GP |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossy | Lossy |
| Transparency | No | No |
| Animation | Yes | Yes |
| MIME type | video/mp4 | video/3gpp |
| Best for | Sharing, streaming and uploading video anywhere with maximum compatibility. | Legacy mobile clips — converted to MP4 for modern devices. |
About the formats
MP4
MP4 video
MP4 (H.264) is the universal video container. It balances quality and file size beautifully and plays on virtually every device, browser and platform.
Strengths
- Plays almost everywhere
- Great quality-to-size ratio
- Ideal for streaming and social media
Limitations
- Lossy compression
- Less flexible than MKV for multiple tracks
- Older codecs can look dated
Best for: Sharing, streaming and uploading video anywhere with maximum compatibility.
3GP
3GP mobile video
3GP is a compact video container designed for older mobile phones. It keeps files small for limited bandwidth and storage, at the cost of quality.
Strengths
- Very small files
- Made for older phones
- Low bandwidth needs
Limitations
- Low quality
- Largely obsolete
- Poor desktop/web support
Best for: Legacy mobile clips — converted to MP4 for modern devices.
Frequently asked questions
Upload your MP4 file above and it is converted to 3GP automatically. When it is ready, download your new 3GP mobile video — the whole thing takes just a few seconds in your browser.
Converting MP4 to 3GP gives you a more widely supported file that opens cleanly across more devices, apps and platforms — handy when MP4 will not play nicely everywhere.
Converting between compressed formats can introduce minor changes, but our converter keeps your 3GP looking as close to the original as possible.
Yes. The converter is free to use, with no watermark and no sign-up required.
Your files are processed securely and are never shared with anyone.