How to convert MOV to 3GP?
You can convert MOV to 3GP with MConverter in three easy steps:
- Choose MOV files from your deviceAt the top of this page, drag and drop your MOVs.
You can also click to select MOV files using your operating system's file picker.
Another method is to press the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+V (⌘+V on Mac) to paste a MOV file you have copied to clipboard.
Converting a folder with MOV files to 3GP is also supported: simply paste or drag and drop it. - Click or tap on 3GP from the list of target formatsAlternatively, you can use the search field to quickly find the format you need, whether it's 3GP or something else.
- Download your 3GP files, after MConverter has finished processing themThere's an option to automatically download the converted 3GP files, so you don't have to press the download icon for each 3GP.
On desktop platforms, you can download the 3GP files to a different folder by clicking on SAVE TO...
You may see a share icon as well. Use it to directly share the 3GPs with other apps.
About the formats
| File extension | .mov |
|---|---|
| Category | Video file formats |
| Developed by | Apple |
| Mime type | video/quicktime |
Format description
MOV is a video or movie in Apple’s QuickTime format. MOV files can store video, audio, and subtitle tracks. By default, the iPhone records video in the MOV format. Live Photos on iPad and iPhone are also saved as MOV files, which allows them to play as short videos.| File extension | .3gp |
|---|---|
| Alternative filename extension | .3gpp |
| Category | Video file formats |
| Developed by | 3GPP (Third Generation Partnership Project for CDMA-based phones) |
| Mime type | video/3gpp |
Format description
3GP is a multimedia format which can contain both video and audio. Designed by the Third Generation Partnership Project, it is intended for mobile devices with 3G connectivity, though it can also be played on 2G and 4G devices. Note that this format is outdated and superseded by 3G2, which takes up less space and consumes less bandwidth.Common questions about converting MOV to 3GP
Can I convert MOV to 3GP in bulk?
Yes, MConverter supports batch converting of multiple MOVs to 3GPs simultaneously. You can even drag and drop folders containing MOVs to convert to 3GP.
Pasting MOV files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Pasting MOV files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Can I convert a MOV file to 3GP, if its size is 2 GB?
Yes, with MConverter Pro you can convert big MOVs, up to 2 gigabytes each.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert MOV files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Pro. If your files aren’t over 1 GB, then you can use MConverter Plus instead, as it’s cheaper.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert MOV files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Pro. If your files aren’t over 1 GB, then you can use MConverter Plus instead, as it’s cheaper.
Is converting MOVs to 3GP safe with MConverter?
Yes, we encrypt your connection using industry standards. Plus, your MOV files are only accessible by you. 4 hours after the conversion completes, they are automatically deleted from MConverter’s servers. You can also delete your MOVs and other converted files immediately after finishing the conversion by clicking the bin icon.
Join thousands who have trusted us to convert over 15,031,271 files so far.
Join thousands who have trusted us to convert over 15,031,271 files so far.
How long does it take to convert MOV to 3GP?
For most videos, the wait could be a few minutes or less. However, MConverter also supports converting larger videos, meaning that it could take a while (up to over an hour, for example).
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