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What are the advantages / disadvantages of replacing all the .mp4 videos on the website with .webm?

webm-vs-mp4

There are both advantages and disadvantages to consider when switching all your website's videos from .mp4 to .webm format:

Advantages:

  • Reduced File Size and Faster Loading: WebM uses codecs (VP8 or VP9) designed for efficient web streaming. This translates to smaller file sizes compared to .mp4 with similar video quality. Smaller files lead to faster loading times, improving user experience and website performance.
  • Open Format, Encoded Content: Both WebM and MP4 are technically open container formats, meaning their specifications are
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