How to loop a video online
Upload a short clip
Works best under ~30 seconds per loop. MP4 and MOV are ideal.
Select repeat count
Pick 2–10 loops. Total duration updates so you can plan platform limits.
Process locally
FFmpeg concatenates identical segments with consistent codec settings.
Preview duration
Confirm the output length fits Instagram, Discord, or signage requirements.
Download the looped MP4
Use the file as-is or compress if the repeated clip grew large.
Common use cases
Booth and retail screens
A 5-second product hero looped six times fills a minute of in-store display without a full edit suite.
Stream overlays and alerts
Creators loop subtle motion graphics behind chat boxes for a polished live look.
Meme and reaction templates
Short funny moments gain impact when repeated — export once, post everywhere.
App and website demos
UI screen recordings looped make lightweight hero backgrounds for landing pages.
Best practices
- Trim to the exact loop point first so the join feels seamless (no flash frame).
- More loops mean longer encode time and bigger files — compress after if needed.
- Keep source clips short; looping a 2-minute file ten times may stress browser memory.
- Match aspect ratio to your destination (9:16 for Stories, 16:9 for YouTube).
- For perfect seamless loops of complex motion, a dedicated motion tool may still be needed — this tool repeats the file as-is.
Formats & compatibility
Outputs MP4 (H.264 + AAC when audio is present). Input supports standard web formats. Very long loops on 4K sources may fail on low-RAM devices — try fewer repetitions or compress first.
Related tools
- Video trimmer — define the perfect in/out points before looping
- Video compressor — shrink large looped exports for messaging apps
- Reverse video — create ping-pong style motion by reversing then looping
Choose your clip and repeat count above to build a looped MP4 ready for social, signage, or stream overlays.