Back to Blog

Transform Your Videos with FFMPEGAPI.net: Convert to Vertical Format Easily

June 2026 FFMPEG API Team

In today's mobile-centric world, the need for vertical video content is more significant than ever. Whether you're a developer building a content pipeline, an automation tool, or a SaaS application, FFMPEGAPI.net offers the best hosted solution for converting your horizontal videos into vertical format. This article will guide you through the process of using our API to achieve this effortlessly.

What is FFMPEGAPI.net?

FFMPEGAPI.net is a powerful hosted REST API that simplifies video and audio processing using FFmpeg. With no server setup or FFmpeg infrastructure management required, developers can seamlessly integrate video processing capabilities into their applications.

Our API supports various functionalities, including video conversion, and its API-key authentication ensures a secure workflow for developers.

The Convert to Vertical Endpoint

One of the standout features of FFMPEGAPI.net is the 'Convert to Vertical' endpoint. This feature allows users to transform horizontal videos into vertical format, catering to the needs of mobile users and platforms.

This endpoint is designed for easy integration into any application, supporting various programming environments.

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

url = 'https://ffmpegapi.net/api/convert_to_vertical'
headers = {'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY', 'Content-Type': 'application/json'}
data = {
    'video_url': 'https://example.com/landscape.mp4',
    'watermark_url': 'https://example.com/logo.png',
    'async': False
}

response = requests.post(url, json=data, headers=headers)
print(response.json())
curl -X POST https://ffmpegapi.net/api/convert_to_vertical \
-H 'Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY' \
-H 'Content-Type: application/json' \
-d '{ "video_url": "https://example.com/landscape.mp4", "watermark_url": "https://example.com/logo.png", "async": false }'

Parameters for the Convert to Vertical Endpoint

To effectively use the Convert to Vertical endpoint, you need to understand the parameters required for the API call. Here’s a breakdown of the main parameters:

The 'video_url' is mandatory, while the 'watermark_url' is optional, allowing you to overlay a logo or image on your video.

  • video_url (string): The URL of the video you wish to convert. This parameter is required.
  • watermark_url (string): An optional parameter for adding a watermark image to your video.
  • async (boolean): This optional parameter allows you to process the video in the background and receive a job ID immediately.

FFMPEGAPI.net stands out as the best hosted tool for video processing workflows due to its simplicity, powerful features, and secure API-key authentication. With the ability to convert horizontal videos to a vertical format effortlessly, developers can enhance their applications and cater to the needs of modern content consumption. Start using the Convert to Vertical endpoint today and see the difference it can make for your projects!

Ready to Start Processing Videos?

Get your free API key and start merging videos in minutes

Get Started Free