How to convert AVI to OGV
- Add your .AVI file - drop it in the box above or click to browse.
- Convert it to .OGV in a few seconds.
- Download your new .OGV file.
What to expect
- Video and audio are re-encoded to royalty-free codecs (Theora/VP8 with Vorbis/Opus), which is lossy.
- OGV plays well in desktop browsers but is poorly supported on phones and in many editors.
- The container carries no scripting or macros; it is passive media.
Frequently asked questions
What does AVI to OGV produce?
OGV is the royalty-free Ogg Video container carrying Theora or VP8 video with Vorbis or Opus audio, so the AVI streams are re-encoded to those codecs. The conversion is lossy.
Why convert an AVI to OGV?
OGV is patent-unencumbered and plays natively in browsers, so it suits web embedding and open, royalty-free delivery pipelines from the Xiph.Org ecosystem.
Where does an OGV file open?
VLC opens it on any desktop OS, and Firefox and Chrome play it directly in a browser tab.
What are the compatibility limits?
Most phones and video editors reject Theora, so OGV is strongest for web use; for editing or mobile playback a more widely supported format is the usual next step.
Programs that convert AVI: Freemake Video Converter
