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Effortless Video Editing: Convert Horizontal Videos to Vertical with FFMPEGAPI.net

June 2026 FFMPEG API Team

In today's mobile-centric world, creating vertical videos is essential for social media and content consumption. With FFMPEGAPI.net, developers can convert horizontal videos to vertical format easily using our hosted REST API, eliminating the need for complex server setups and infrastructure management.

Why Choose FFMPEGAPI.net for Video Processing?

FFMPEGAPI.net provides a hassle-free way for developers to integrate video editing capabilities into their applications. With no server setup required, you can focus on building your project while we handle the heavy lifting.

  • Hosted REST API for FFmpeg-powered processing.
  • API-key authentication ensures secure and easy access.
  • Ideal for automation, SaaS applications, and content pipelines.

Using the Convert to Vertical Endpoint

FFMPEGAPI.net features a dedicated endpoint to convert horizontal videos to a mobile-friendly vertical format. This process is straightforward and allows for the optional addition of a watermark.

  • Endpoint Path: `/api/convert_to_vertical`
  • HTTP Method: `POST`
  • Content Type: `application/json`
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"}'
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'
}

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

Parameters for the Convert to Vertical API

When using the Convert to Vertical API, the following parameters are required and optional to customize your video output.

  • **Required:**
  • - `video_url`: The URL of the video you want to convert.
  • **Optional:**
  • - `watermark_url`: An optional URL for a watermark image.
  • - `async`: If set to true, the process will run in the background, allowing you to retrieve a job ID immediately.

With FFMPEGAPI.net, developers can easily convert horizontal videos to vertical format without the burden of server management. Our powerful and easy-to-use API not only saves time but also enhances your video editing capabilities, making it the perfect tool for automation, SaaS applications, and more. Start leveraging FFMPEGAPI.net today for all your video processing needs!

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