3GP to MOV Converter
Convert 3GP to MOV free — no upload, no signup
To convert 3GP to MOV, drop your 3GP video into the box below and click Convert. Fylo converts with ffmpeg running inside your browser, so nothing is uploaded and there's no signup or watermark. Import old phone videos into Mac apps.
Drop videos here
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Your files never leave your device
If the video already uses codecs that fit the new format, Fylo repackages it instantly with no quality loss.
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How to convert 3GP to MOV
Add your 3GP videos
Drag and drop 3GP files into the box or tap to choose them. The converter engine (about 31 MB) downloads once, the first time you convert.
Choose quality (optional)
Balanced quality suits most videos. If the codecs already fit MOV, Fylo repackages the file instead of re-encoding it, with no quality loss.
Convert and download
Click Convert, then download each MOV file or all of them as one ZIP.
Why convert 3GP to MOV?
iMovie and Photos handle MOV and MP4 more reliably than 3GP.
What happens when you convert 3GP to MOV?
H.264 3GP files are repackaged; older codecs are re-encoded to H.264 and AAC.
How does Fylo convert 3GP to MOV?
Fylo reads the 3GP with ffmpeg compiled to WebAssembly and writes H.264 (x264, CRF 23) with AAC audio in a QuickTime container. Most 3GP files already contain H.264 video, so Fylo usually copies the video without re-encoding (and converts only the audio if needed), which is fast and lossless. Only the first video and audio track are kept, and the original resolution is preserved unless you pick 1080p, 720p or 480p under Advanced.
What's the difference between 3GP and MOV?
3GP was defined by the 3rd Generation Partnership Project for 3G mobile phones and MMS messaging. It's based on the same ISO media structure as MP4 but restricted to phone-friendly codecs such as H.263 or H.264 Baseline video and AMR or AAC audio.
MOV is the QuickTime File Format that Apple introduced in 1991. MP4 was later standardised on the same structure, so the two are close relatives. iPhones record MOV files (usually H.264 or HEVC video with AAC audio), and professional cameras and editors use MOV for high-quality ProRes footage.
Learn more: 3GP format guide · MOV format guide
| Property | 3GP | MOV |
|---|---|---|
| Developed by | 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) | Apple |
| Introduced | 2002 | 1991 |
| Typical video codecs | H.263, H.264 (Baseline) | H.264, HEVC, ProRes |
| Typical audio codecs | AMR, AAC | AAC, PCM |
| Plays in web browsers | Partly | Partly (Safari; others only if H.264) |
| Compatibility | Old feature phones, most media players | Apple devices, editors; limited on Windows and Android |
| Best for | Very small videos for old phones and MMS | iPhone videos, professional editing (ProRes) |
Frequently asked questions
Will Photos import the MOV?
Yes.
Is quality improved?
No, it stays the same.
Is my 3GP file uploaded to a server?
No. Fylo runs ffmpeg, the same engine used by professional video tools, compiled to WebAssembly inside your browser. Your 3GP file is read directly from your device and never sent anywhere.
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