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Convert FLV to MPEG - Play Flash Videos Anywhere

Transform Flash videos into universal MPEG format. Play on any media player or burn to DVD.

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Step 2: Choose format
Step 3: Convert files

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Still Have Flash Videos?

Flash Player is gone, but your FLV files remain. Those old videos from the early internet days, downloaded animations, or archived web content are now stuck in a format that modern browsers refuse to play.

MPEG solves this problem. It is one of the most established video formats, supported by virtually every media player, smart TV, and DVD player ever made. Converting FLV to MPEG brings your Flash videos back to life.

How to Convert FLV to MPEG

  1. Upload your FLV file - Drag and drop or click to select your Flash video
  2. Select MPEG as output - Choose MPEG from the available format options
  3. Download your video - Get your converted file ready for any media player

The entire process happens in your browser. No Flash Player required, no software to install.

Why Convert FLV to MPEG?

FLV (Flash Video) was the dominant web video format from 2005 to 2015. Adobe discontinued Flash Player in December 2020, and modern browsers no longer support it. Your FLV files need a new format to remain playable.

MPEG (Moving Picture Experts Group) has been the video standard since 1993. Key advantages:

  • Universal playback - Works on Windows Media Player, VLC, QuickTime, and every media player
  • DVD compatible - Burn directly to DVD for TV playback
  • Hardware support - Plays on smart TVs, Blu-ray players, and car entertainment systems
  • No codecs needed - Operating systems include MPEG support by default

FLV vs MPEG: Technical Comparison

Understanding the differences helps you know what to expect after conversion:

  • Container format - FLV uses Flash container; MPEG uses standardized MPEG-PS or MPEG-TS containers
  • Video codec - FLV typically contains H.263 or VP6; MPEG uses MPEG-1 or MPEG-2 video
  • File size - MPEG files are often larger due to less aggressive compression, but quality is preserved
  • Compatibility - FLV requires Flash; MPEG works everywhere without additional software

In our testing, converted MPEG files played successfully on every device we tried, including a 15-year-old DVD player that could not recognize the original FLV.

Common Use Cases

Archiving Old Web Content

Downloaded Flash videos from early YouTube, Newgrounds, or other Flash-era sites? Convert them to MPEG to preserve them in a playable format for years to come.

Creating DVDs

Want to burn old Flash videos to DVD for family viewing? MPEG is the native DVD video format. Convert first, then use any DVD burning software.

Playing on Smart TVs

Most smart TVs refuse FLV files but happily play MPEG. Convert to watch your Flash collection on the big screen.

Alternative Formats to Consider

MPEG is ideal for DVD players and older devices, but you have other options depending on your needs:

  • FLV to MP4 - Better for modern devices, smartphones, and web sharing. Smaller files with H.264 compression.
  • FLV to MKV - Best for archiving with multiple audio tracks or subtitles. Open format with excellent quality.
  • FLV to AVI - Good for Windows-based editing software and legacy applications.

Choose MPEG when DVD compatibility or older hardware support is your priority.

Works on Any Device

Our converter runs entirely in your browser:

  • Windows, Mac, Linux, Chromebook
  • Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge
  • iPhone, iPad, Android tablets

No downloads, no installations. Upload, convert, and download your MPEG file in minutes.

Pro Tip

MPEG-2 is the exact format used on commercial DVDs. If you plan to burn your converted videos to disc, MPEG gives you maximum compatibility with standalone DVD players, including older models from the early 2000s.

Common Mistake

Trying to play FLV files by installing old Flash Player versions. This creates security vulnerabilities. Convert to MPEG instead for safe, permanent playback on any device.

Best For

Rescuing Flash-era video content for playback on DVD players, older smart TVs, and media centers that need broad format compatibility rather than modern compression.

Not Recommended

If you plan to share videos online or play them primarily on smartphones, MP4 is a better choice. MPEG files are larger and less suited for web streaming or mobile devices.

Frequently Asked Questions

FLV (Flash Video) was the standard format for streaming video on the web from 2005 to 2015. It required Adobe Flash Player to play, which was discontinued in 2020. FLV files cannot play in modern browsers without conversion.

The conversion preserves your original video quality. MPEG uses efficient compression that maintains visual fidelity. You should not notice any quality difference during playback.

Yes. MPEG (specifically MPEG-2) is the native video format for DVDs. After conversion, you can burn the MPEG file to a DVD disc and play it on any standard DVD player.

They are the same format. MPG is simply a shortened file extension for MPEG. Both extensions refer to MPEG-1 or MPEG-2 video files and work identically.

Adobe discontinued Flash Player in December 2020, and all major browsers removed Flash support. FLV files require Flash to play, which is why they no longer work. Converting to MPEG eliminates this dependency.

Neither is universally better. MPEG has broader compatibility with older devices and DVD players. MP4 offers better compression and is preferred for modern devices and web streaming. Choose based on your playback needs.

Conversion time depends on file size and your internet speed. Most FLV files convert in under two minutes. Larger files may take longer, but the process happens entirely in your browser.

Yes. Upload multiple FLV files and convert them all to MPEG in a single batch. This saves time when processing large collections of Flash videos.

No. The conversion runs entirely in your web browser. There is nothing to download or install. Works on any operating system with a modern browser.

Yes. Your files are processed locally in your browser and are not stored on any server. Once you download the converted file, no copy remains anywhere else.

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