Is MyVideoCity just a video downloader, or is there more to it?

It started as a downloader but it's grown into a full media toolkit. On the download side, you can save public videos from TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter/X, and Vimeo. On the editing side, there's a Video Compressor, a Video Format Converter, a GIF Maker, an MP3 Extractor, an Audio Format Converter, and an Audio Compressor. All of it is free, runs in your browser, and requires no account.

How do I compress a video to send on WhatsApp or by email?

Use the Video Compressor. Upload your MP4, MOV, or AVI file, pick how small you need it, and download the compressed version. WhatsApp has a 100MB limit and email attachments are usually capped at 25MB. The compressor is built to hit those targets without making the video look terrible in the process.

Can I convert MKV to MP4 or change any video format for free?

Yes, that's exactly what the Video Format Converter is for. It handles MP4, MKV, MOV, AVI, WebM, and a few other common containers. MKV is the most common request because it's a great format that a lot of phones and TVs still refuse to play. Upload the file, pick your output format, and download the converted version. No watermark, no size limit tricks.

How does the GIF Maker work?

Upload any video file, set the start and end time for the clip you want, and export it as an animated GIF. The output is optimized so it doesn't balloon to an unreasonable file size. It's useful for reaction clips, product demos, tutorial snippets, or any short looping moment you want to share somewhere that doesn't support video embedding.

What audio tools does MyVideoCity offer?

Three of them. The MP3 Extractor pulls the audio track out of any video you upload and saves it as an MP3 — useful when you only want the sound and have no use for the video. The Audio Format Converter lets you switch between formats like WAV, FLAC, OGG, and AAC. The Audio Compressor reduces the file size of large audio files, like uncompressed WAV recordings, without making them sound noticeably worse.

Are my uploaded files safe? What happens after processing?

Files are deleted from our servers automatically within 5 minutes of being processed. We don't store your uploads, we don't log which files you convert, and we don't sell data. Once the 5-minute window closes, the file is gone from our end permanently. If you haven't downloaded it by then, you'll need to upload again.

Is everything actually free? No subscriptions or hidden fees?

Yes, completely free. No subscriptions, no credit cards, no trial periods that flip to paid. The site runs on advertising, which is what keeps all the tools free for everyone. You use the tool, you get your file. That's the whole transaction.

Is there a daily download limit?

No hard limit. No account is required. Very high-frequency use from a single IP may be rate-limited to protect the service. Normal personal use is completely unlimited.

Does MyVideoCity support 4K downloads?

Yes, where the source video was uploaded in 4K. The format picker shows every quality option after analysis — select 4K (2160p) or the highest listed. This is most common on Vimeo uploads.

Why is my download not working?

Most common reasons: the video is private or deleted, the link is broken, or the platform changed its API. Try copying the link again from the app. Visit the dedicated page: TikTok , Instagram , or Facebook downloader.

Privacy Policy - MyVideoCity | How We Handle Your Data

Quick summary: We don't ask you to sign up, we don't log the URLs you paste, and we don't sell your data to anyone. Like any website, some basic technical information passes through our servers when you visit - we explain exactly what that is below.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 What You Give Us

MyVideoCity doesn't require an account or login. When you paste a video URL to download it, that URL is used to process your request and then discarded - we don't store it, log it to a database, or tie it to your identity in any way.

1.2 What Our Servers Collect Automatically

Like pretty much every website on the internet, our hosting infrastructure keeps standard access logs. These may include:

Your IP address (used for abuse prevention and rate-limiting)
Browser type and version
Operating system
The page or resource you requested
Date and time of the request
The referring URL (if you clicked a link to get here)

These logs help us keep the service running smoothly and catch abuse. They aren't sold or shared with advertisers, and they aren't used to build profiles on individual users.

2. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies in two ways - for the service itself, and for advertising to help fund the site.

2.1 Essential Cookies

These are cookies the site needs to function. Things like CSRF tokens that protect your session, and preference cookies that remember your language setting. You can't really use the site without these, and they don't track you across other websites.

2.2 Advertising Cookies

MyVideoCity uses Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google, as a third-party vendor, uses cookies (including the DoubleClick DART cookie) to serve ads based on your visits to this site and other sites on the internet. This is how most free, ad-supported websites work.

If you'd rather not have Google use your browsing data to personalise ads, you can opt out at any time:

Visit Google Ad Settings to manage your ad personalisation preferences
Visit NAI opt-out page to opt out of multiple ad networks at once

Google's use of advertising cookies is governed by Google's Privacy Policy. For more detail on cookie usage, see our Cookie Policy.

3. How We Use Your Information

The information we collect is used for:

Processing your download request
Preventing abuse, spam, and rate-limit violations
Keeping the service secure and performant
Displaying relevant advertising to fund ongoing development
Meeting any legal obligations we're subject to

We do not build personal profiles, sell data to data brokers, or use your information for any purpose beyond what's listed above.

4. Third-Party Services

Running a reliable, free service means working with a small number of third-party providers. Here's who they are and why they're involved:

Hetzner (Hosting) - Our servers are hosted on Hetzner infrastructure. Standard data processing agreements are in place.
Google AdSense - We use Google AdSense to display ads. Google may use cookies and data about your browsing to show you relevant advertising. See Google's Privacy Policy for full details.
Font Awesome CDN - Icon assets loaded from Cloudflare's CDN. Standard HTTP request logs apply on their end.
Google Fonts - Typography fonts loaded from Google's servers. Google may log your IP as part of this request per their privacy policy.
flagcdn.com - Country flag images for the language selector. No personal data is transmitted beyond a standard HTTP request.

5. International Users

If you're accessing MyVideoCity from outside the country where our servers are located, your request will cross international borders as part of how the internet works. By using the service, you're agreeing to that for the purpose of getting your download done.

6. Your Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have legal rights around your personal data - including the right to access it, correct it, or ask us to delete it (GDPR, CCPA, etc.).

Practically speaking, since we don't store personal data linked to your identity, there's very little we'd hold about you anyway. But if you have a concern or want to make a formal request, reach out through our contact page and we'll sort it out.

7. Children Under 13

MyVideoCity is not designed for or directed at children under 13 years of age. We don't knowingly collect data from children. If you believe a child has somehow submitted personal information through this service, please contact us and we'll handle it promptly.

8. Changes to This Policy

We'll update this page if our practices change - the "Last updated" date at the top will reflect when. If you keep using the site after an update, that's your acceptance of the revised policy. We won't make surprise changes to how we handle data.

9. Questions?

Anything unclear, or want to make a data request? Head over to our contact page and we'll get back to you.

Privacy Policy