Video Re-encoder

Re-encode library videos without leaving AutoVOD

Need a lighter file, a different container, or a specific codec for an upload target? The Re-encoder runs FFmpeg jobs against files already in your library. You stay in the same cloud folder instead of downloading to a desktop, converting, and uploading again.

Platforms are picky. YouTube is happy with H.264 MP4; some editors want MKV; a Shorts pipeline may need 1080p or 720p to stay under size caps. Re-encoder is the compatibility layer: same pictures, new wrapper or bitrate.

Controls

  • Format: mp4 or mkv
  • Resolution: original, 1080p, 720p, 480p
  • Codec: H.264, H.265, VP9
  • Quality via CRF (0–51)

Accepted sources are VODs, downloads, clips, and shorts, with a 50 MB cap on this tool so the queue stays interactive. Larger files belong in clip or download workflows first, or a tighter trim. Rate limit is 7 requests per minute (stricter than the other generators).

The worker re-encodes with the chosen CRF, writes into the source’s folder on B2, and the backend attaches a new library file. Credits are charged before enqueue (10) and refunded on failure or cancel. Watermarking follows the same enqueue-time rule as other tools: free tier unless an admin overrides, and never double-brand an already watermarked clip.

When to use it

Ideal before Automation uploads when a platform prefers a particular encode. Also useful when a browser will not play MKV (re-wrap or re-encode to MP4) or when you want a smaller proxy for sharing. It will not pick highlights or burn captions — use Clip Generator and Shorts Creator for that.

FAQ

Why is there a 50 MB cap?

Re-encodes of multi-gigabyte VODs would block the worker for hours. Clip or trim first, then re-encode the short output.

Does CRF 0 mean lossless?

CRF 0 is the highest quality / largest file the encoder will produce, not a bit-exact copy of the source. Use a mid-range CRF unless you know you need archival quality.

Will this change the audio language or captions?

No. It is a video/audio encode. Burned-in captions from a short stay in the picture; it does not add or remove a subtitle track.