A .MOV file is a Apple QuickTime Movie associated with Audio & Video. Apple QuickTime digital video container storing video, audio, text, and metadata streams.

How do I open a .MOV file on Windows or Mac?

You can open .MOV files using VLC Media Player, Apple QuickTime Player, HandBrake Video Converter. If you do not have native software installed, you can use OpenAnyFile's free File Identifier or convert .MOV to a standard format in your browser.

Is a .MOV file safe to open?

This format carries a safety rating of Low Risk. Standard multimedia video container format. Safe to play.

Can I convert a .MOV file to other formats?

Yes! .MOV can be converted to formats such as .MP4, .MP3 directly in your web browser.

What should I do if a .MOV file is corrupted or won't open?

If your .MOV file displays an invalid header or signature error, check its magic bytes hex header (00 00 00 14 66 74 79 70 71 74 20 20 (ftypqt)) using OpenAnyFile's Magic Byte Detector or follow our step-by-step file repair guide.

Audio & Video • MIME: video/quicktime

.MOV – Apple QuickTime Movie

Apple QuickTime digital video container storing video, audio, text, and metadata streams.

Primary Category Audio & Video

MIME Type video/quicktime

Magic Bytes Signature 00 00 00 14 66 74 79 70 71 74 20 20 (ftypqt)

Security Risk Rating Low Risk

Recommended Software to Open .MOV

VLC Media Player

windows, mac, linux, android, ios • Free

Apple QuickTime Player

mac • Free

HandBrake Video Converter

windows, mac, linux • Free