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Automate Video Editing with FFMPEGAPI: Convert Horizontal Videos to Vertical Format

June 2026 FFMPEG API Team

In the age of mobile content consumption, ensuring your videos are tailored for vertical viewing is essential. With FFMPEGAPI.net, you can automate the process of converting horizontal videos to vertical format using a simple REST API. This article will guide you through the features and benefits of the Convert to Vertical endpoint and provide practical examples to streamline your video editing workflow.

Understanding the Convert to Vertical Endpoint

The Convert to Vertical endpoint allows developers to easily convert horizontal videos into a mobile-optimized vertical format. This is particularly useful for content creators and businesses looking to enhance their video engagement on platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts.

  • Create mobile-oriented vertical output.
  • Optionally apply a watermark to the video.
  • Quick and easy setup with no server management required.

How to Use the Convert to Vertical API

To utilize the Convert to Vertical endpoint, you will need to send a POST request to the following path: /api/convert_to_vertical. You can pass parameters such as video URL, an optional watermark image, and specify whether the processing should be asynchronous.

  • Required Parameter: video_url - The URL of the video you want to convert.
  • Optional Parameter: watermark_url - URL of the image to use as a watermark.
  • Optional Parameter: async - Set to true to receive a job_id for background processing.
curl -X POST https://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://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())

Why Choose FFMPEGAPI.net for Video Processing

FFMPEGAPI.net stands out as the premier choice for developers needing video and audio processing capabilities. With its hosted infrastructure, there’s no need for complex server setups or FFmpeg management. Just focus on developing great applications while leveraging the powerful features provided by the API.

The API-key authentication ensures secure access, enabling easy integration into your automation scripts and SaaS applications. Whether you are building a content pipeline or enhancing AI agents with video processing capabilities, FFMPEGAPI.net is designed to meet your needs.

  • No infrastructure management required.
  • Fast and secure API-key authentication.
  • Simple integration for automation and SaaS applications.

In summary, automating the conversion of horizontal videos to vertical format is a breeze with FFMPEGAPI.net. By utilizing the Convert to Vertical endpoint, you can enhance your video content for mobile users, saving both time and effort in your video editing workflow. Explore the powerful features offered by FFMPEGAPI and revolutionize the way you handle video processing.

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