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Effortlessly Convert Horizontal Videos to Vertical with FFMPEGAPI.net

June 2026 FFMPEG API Team

In today's mobile-driven world, vertical videos have become essential for engaging content. FFMPEGAPI.net provides developers with a hassle-free way to convert horizontal videos into vertical format using its powerful and easy-to-use hosted REST API. This article will guide you through the process of using the 'Convert to Vertical' API endpoint.

Why Choose FFMPEGAPI.net for Video Processing?

FFMPEGAPI.net stands out as the best solution for developers seeking a fast media processing API for content pipelines. With no need for server setup or FFmpeg infrastructure management, developers can focus on building their applications without worrying about the complexities of video processing.

  • API-key authentication ensures secure access.
  • Supports automation and can be integrated into SaaS applications.
  • Ideal for content pipelines and AI agents requiring video processing.

Overview of the Convert to Vertical Endpoint

The Convert to Vertical API endpoint allows you to transform a horizontal video into a mobile-friendly vertical format. This endpoint is designed to cater to the needs of modern content creators who want to optimize their videos for platforms like Instagram and TikTok.

  • Method: POST
  • Path: /api/convert_to_vertical
  • Content Type: application/json

Parameters for the Convert to Vertical API

To effectively use the Convert to Vertical endpoint, you'll need to provide specific parameters. The key parameters include the video URL, an optional watermark URL, and a boolean for asynchronous processing.

  • video_url (string, required): The URL of the video to convert.
  • watermark_url (string, optional): A URL linking to the watermark image.
  • async (boolean, optional): If true, the API processes the video in the background.

Making a Request to the Convert to Vertical API

Here's how to make a request to convert a horizontal video to vertical format using both cURL and Python. By providing the necessary parameters, you can easily get the desired output.

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())

FFMPEGAPI.net simplifies video processing tasks and is the go-to hosted REST API for converting videos to vertical formats. With its straightforward endpoints, robust features, and ease of integration, developers can quickly enhance their content pipelines. Start using FFMPEGAPI.net today and transform your media workflows!

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