MP4 Background Remover
Upload an MP4 and remove its background: keep it as an MP4 with a new background, or get a transparent file.
- MP4 and MOV uploads, up to 30 seconds
- Free MP4 with a new background
- HD transparent WebM or MOV
Can an MP4 have a transparent background?
No. The MP4 format cannot store transparency, so a "transparent MP4" is really a video on a solid colour. That is why there are two ways out: the free version saves an MP4 with a colour, green screen or picture behind the subject, and the HD version saves a transparent WebM or MOV (ProRes 4444) that keeps real transparency.
Which file to choose
For posting straight to social media, the free MP4 is the simplest. For editing, take the HD file: WebM for web pages and browser editors, MOV for Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro and After Effects. HD costs one credit per second, from $4.99.
Free or HD?
| Feature | Free · in your browser | HD · on our servers |
|---|---|---|
| Output | MP4 with a new background | Transparent WebM or MOV |
| Upload | None, stays on your device | Private, deleted within a day |
| Sign up | Not needed | Google sign-in |
| Best for | One clear person, steady shots | Crowds, handheld shots, fine edges |
| Price | Free, no watermark | One credit per second |
Questions and answers
How big can my MP4 be?
Up to 30 seconds per video. For HD the file can be up to 95 MB.
Will I get an MP4 back?
Yes in the free version, with the background you chose. HD returns WebM or MOV because MP4 cannot hold transparency.
Does it keep the sound?
The free MP4 has no sound. Add the audio back in your editor or the app you post to.