Browser FFmpeg recipe

Reverse Video Online with FFmpeg

Create a reversed version of the input video and audio.

Command

Run this FFmpeg command

ffmpeg -i input.mp4 -vf reverse -af areverse reversed.mp4

When to use it

  • short effects
  • creative clips
  • social edits

How it works

  1. Upload a short video.
  2. Run the reverse filters.
  3. Download the reversed MP4.

Option reference

OptionWhat it does
-vf reverseReverses video frames.
-af areverseReverses audio samples.
reversed.mp4Writes the reversed output.

Practical notes

  • Reverse filters may use a lot of memory on long videos.
  • Trim long videos first for better browser performance.

FAQ

Why should the clip be short?

Reverse filters need to buffer media, which can be heavy in the browser.

Can I reverse video only?

Yes. Remove -af areverse and add -an or audio copy settings as needed.