How to use the DIVX converter
- Choose a file. Drop a DIVX file to convert it to something else, or any other video to convert it to DIVX.
- Check "Convert to". The converter picks MP4 for DIVX files and DIVX for everything else; change it if you need something different.
- Adjust quality if you want a smaller or higher-quality file.
- Click Convert and download the result.
What is a DIVX file?
DivX is an MPEG-4 Part 2 video codec that made it practical to fit a film on a CD in the early 2000s. .divx files are AVI-style containers, and many DVD players carry a "DivX Certified" logo.
DIVX is mainly used for older movie files and DivX-certified DVD players. It plays on DivX-certified DVD players and TVs, VLC and Windows with codecs.
DIVX at a glance
| Full name | DivX Video |
|---|---|
| Type | Video |
| Created by | DivX, Inc., 2001 |
| Compression | Lossy |
| Typical codecs | MPEG-4 Part 2 (DivX) + MP3 or AC3 |
| Can be created here | Yes |
Pros and cons of DIVX
Good
- Plays on many older DVD players and TVs
Not so good
- Outdated compared with H.264
- Not supported in browsers or on phones
Common DIVX problems and fixes
A DIVX file will not play on a phone
Convert it to MP4.
Frequently asked questions
How do I open a DIVX file?
DIVX files play on DivX-certified DVD players and TVs, VLC and Windows with codecs. If yours will not open, convert it to MP4 on this page; that format plays on any device.
How do I convert a file to DIVX?
Drop any video on this page. "Convert to" is set to DIVX automatically for files that are not DIVX already.
How much does the DIVX converter cost?
Nothing. It is free with no registration, no watermark and no limit on how many files you convert.
Are my files safe?
Yes. Files are converted locally in your browser and are never uploaded. When you close the page, nothing is left behind.
Is DIVX lossy?
Yes, DIVX normally uses lossy compression, which removes detail you are unlikely to notice to keep files small.