Format Factory

Free Media Converter for Windows

Format Factory is a free, all-in-one converter for Windows. Convert video, audio, images, PDFs and discs, shrink large files, extract audio, repair media and process whole batches - all on your PC, with nothing uploaded.

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Free download · v5.22.0.0 · Windows · 162 MB

100% free Windows 11, 10, 8 & 7 62 languages Works offline Batch conversion

Everything Format Factory converts

One application replaces a whole folder of single-purpose converters. Here is what Format Factory handles - from quick everyday jobs to detailed, batch media processing.

Convert video

Convert between every common video format for playback, editing, sharing or storage - and adjust resolution, bitrate and frame rate when you need to.

MP4AVIMKVMOVWMVFLVWebM3GPMPGVOB

Convert & extract audio

Convert music, recordings and audiobooks, or pull the audio track straight out of a video file into a standalone format.

MP3AACWAVFLACWMAOGGM4AAMR

Convert & optimize images

Change image formats and resize, rotate or flip pictures for websites, documents, devices or archives.

JPGPNGBMPGIFWebPICOTIF

Reduce file size

Make videos, audio and images smaller by changing the format, resolution, bitrate or quality - easier to store, upload, email and back up.

Compress videoCompress audioShrink images

Repair damaged media

Try to recover supported video and audio files that will not play, stop early, or were interrupted during recording, copying or downloading.

Video repairAudio repair

Convert PDF documents

Turn supported PDF content into editable document formats and pull out the JPG images stored inside a PDF.

TXTDOCXLSHTMExtract JPG

Back up DVDs

Rip supported DVDs you own to digital media files so they are easier to store, organize and play without the original disc.

DVD → digital

Download online videos

Save videos from supported online sources, then convert them, shrink them or turn them into audio for offline use.

Save offlineConvert to audio

Built for everyday Windows users

You do not need to be a video engineer to use it. Format Factory is made for anyone who runs into a file that will not open, play or upload the way they need.

Windows users who need a dependable everyday file converter People preparing video and music for phones, tablets, TVs and players Creators optimizing media for publishing, editing or archiving Students and office users extracting content from PDF documents Anyone organizing large mixed-format photo, music and video libraries People who want to shrink files without uploading them to a website

Simple to start, powerful when you need it

Convert a file in four clicks with a ready-made profile - or open the settings and control exactly how the output is encoded.

1

Choose a task

Pick the type of file you want to convert - video, audio, image, document or disc.

2

Pick an output

Select an output format or a ready-made device profile. No codec knowledge required.

3

Add your files

Add one file or a whole batch, then choose where the converted files should be saved.

4

Start converting

Click Start and let Format Factory process the queue right on your PC.

Advanced output settings

When the defaults are not enough, fine-tune the parameters that matter (availability varies by format):

Video & audio codec Resolution & frame rate Video & audio bitrate Sample rate & channels Aspect ratio & quality Trim start & end points Output folder & naming Device profiles

Convert whole libraries at once

Add a folder of files to the conversion queue, assign one output setting and let Format Factory work through them all. Ideal for:

  • Converting a folder of videos to MP4
  • Making MP3 copies of a FLAC collection
  • Resizing hundreds of photos
  • Standardizing files from different cameras
  • Creating smaller backup versions

Prepare media for any device

A file that plays on one device can fail on another. Use ready-made profiles to create compatible versions for the screens you actually use.

iPhone & iPodAndroid phonesTabletsSmart TVsPortable media playersGame & entertainment devicesComputers

Why choose Format Factory?

One free download that replaces a stack of single-purpose converters.

More than a basic converter

Video, audio, image, document, disc, compression, repair and download tools live in one application.

Wide format support

Handle mixed libraries and legacy files without switching between separate programs for each format.

Practical size control

Tune quality and encoding settings to create files that are easier to store, send, upload and back up.

Batch processing

Queue many files at once and get through repetitive conversion work far more efficiently.

Device compatibility

Prepare media for phones, tablets, computers, TVs and portable players with ready-made profiles.

Local & private

Convert directly on your computer instead of uploading large or private media to an online service.

Download Format Factory free

Get the latest version for Windows and start converting in minutes. No account, no subscription.

Version 5.22.0.0162 MBWindowsFree62 languages

Frequently asked questions

What is Format Factory?

Format Factory is a free, all-in-one file converter and media-processing application for Windows. It converts video, audio, image and document files, reduces file sizes, extracts audio from video, repairs supported damaged media, processes PDFs, backs up DVDs and downloads supported online videos.

Is Format Factory free?

Yes. Format Factory is a free Windows application. The main conversion and media-processing tools can be used without buying a subscription. Always download the installer from the official source or a recognized distribution partner and review the installation options before continuing.

What is the latest version of Format Factory?

The current release is Format Factory V5.22.0.0, released on March 11, 2026. The download is about 162 MB, runs on Windows and includes a 62-language interface.

Which Windows versions does Format Factory support?

Format Factory is built for Microsoft Windows and runs on current 64-bit Windows systems, with support for older releases such as Windows 7 and 8. Check whether your Windows installation is 32-bit or 64-bit before choosing an installer if you need a legacy build.

Which file formats can Format Factory convert?

It supports many common formats. Video: MP4, AVI, MKV, MOV, WMV, FLV, WebM, 3GP, MPG and VOB. Audio: MP3, AAC, WAV, FLAC, WMA, OGG, M4A and AMR. Images: JPG, PNG, BMP, GIF, WebP, ICO and TIF. Available input and output options vary by the selected tool, source file, codec and version.

Can Format Factory reduce the size of a video or audio file?

Yes. Format Factory can create smaller files by changing the format, resolution, bitrate, dimensions or quality settings, which makes media easier to store, upload, send and back up. Heavier compression produces a smaller file but can also lower visual or audio quality, so test your settings on one file first.

Can Format Factory convert multiple files at once?

Yes. Format Factory supports batch conversion through a processing queue. Add multiple compatible files, assign an output format and convert them without starting each task separately - handy for converting video collections, standardizing a music library or resizing large groups of images.

Does Format Factory upload my files to the internet?

No. Standard conversion runs locally in the Windows application, so your source files do not need to be uploaded to an online service. That is especially useful for large files, private recordings and slow connections. An internet connection is only needed to download the installer, check for updates or use supported online-video downloads.

Can Format Factory repair damaged video or audio files?

Format Factory includes repair tools for supported video and audio files that will not open, stop during playback, have an incomplete structure or were affected by an interrupted recording, download, copy or transfer. Repair is not guaranteed - if media data is missing or permanently corrupted, the full file may not be recoverable.

Can Format Factory extract audio from a video?

Yes. Format Factory can extract the audio track from a compatible video and save it in a supported audio format such as MP3, WAV, AAC or FLAC, with adjustable quality settings. This is useful for saving audio from lectures, interviews, presentations, podcasts or personal video files.

Can Format Factory convert PDF files?

Yes. Format Factory can convert supported PDF content into TXT, DOC, XLS and HTM formats, and it can extract JPG images from PDF documents. Results depend on the original file - text-based PDFs convert more accurately than scanned pages, protected documents or complex layouts.

Can Format Factory back up DVDs?

Format Factory includes a DVD ripping tool that converts supported DVD content into digital media files for easier storage and playback. Only use it for discs you own or are legally allowed to copy; copy protection, licensing terms and local law may restrict certain operations.

Can Format Factory download online videos?

Format Factory supports video downloads from selected online sources, which you can then convert, compress, optimize for a device or save as audio. Availability can change when third-party platforms update their technology or rules, and content should only be downloaded when permitted by the copyright owner, platform terms and applicable law.

Why choose Format Factory instead of separate tools?

Format Factory combines video, audio and image conversion, batch processing, file-size reduction, audio extraction, media repair, PDF conversion and DVD backup in one Windows application. That all-in-one approach is ideal for anyone who regularly works with mixed media and prefers one familiar program over a separate tool for every task.

Convert any file with Format Factory

Video, audio, images, PDFs and discs - one free Windows app to play, store, edit, share and shrink your media.

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