How do I check video metadata online?

Simply drag and drop your video file onto the page. All metadata is parsed instantly in your browser - codec, resolution, frame rate, bitrate, and more are displayed immediately.

What video metadata can I view?

File size, duration, format, video codec (H.264/H.265/VP8/VP9), resolution, frame rate, bitrate, color space, HDR info, audio codec, sample rate, and channel count.

Can I export video metadata?

Yes. Copy to clipboard or export as JSON and TXT formats. JSON export is ideal for programmatic use and documentation.

What video formats are supported?

Supports MP4, WebM, MOV, MKV, AVI, and other common video containers. Codecs supported include H.264, H.265, VP8, VP9, and AV1.

Is video metadata analysis safe?

100% safe. All parsing happens locally in your browser using JavaScript APIs. No data is sent to any server.

Video Metadata Viewer - Inspect Codec, Resolution & Specs Online | VideosKit

Free online video metadata viewer. Inspect codec, resolution, frame rate, bitrate, HDR, color space for MP4, WebM, MOV, MKV files. Export as JSON. 100% local browser processing.

Why Use This Tool

This page serves users who need to inspect video metadata online without uploading files. VideosKit reads codec, resolution, frame rate, bitrate, and related technical details directly in the browser, which is useful when you need quick answers before editing, publishing, converting, or compressing a file.

The strongest search intent here is diagnostic: what codec is this file, what resolution is it, why is this video so large, or what frame rate was used. That is why this page is positioned as a practical metadata viewer for troubleshooting, QA, and workflow planning.

Best For

Checking codec, resolution, and frame rate before conversion
Inspecting large files to understand why upload size is high
Reviewing export settings during QA or content operations
Comparing technical specs across multiple versions of the same video

Format Notes

Metadata inspection is a good first step before compression or format conversion.
Bitrate and resolution often explain most file size differences between similar videos.
Knowing the codec helps you choose the right output format and publishing workflow.

Practical Tips

Inspect the source file first so you know whether you need conversion, trimming, or compression next.
Use bitrate and resolution together when diagnosing unusually large outputs.
Keep metadata notes for repeatable export presets in your production workflow.

How to Check Video Metadata

Inspect codec, resolution, bitrate, and other video metadata in your browser.

Step 1

Load a video file

Drop your video into the viewer.

Step 2

Review metadata

Check codec, duration, resolution, frame rate, and bitrate values.

Step 3

Inspect audio details

Verify audio codec, sample rate, and channel information.

Step 4

Export metadata

Copy or export metadata as JSON or text.

Use Cases

Check Video Codec Before Upload

YouTube, Vimeo and other platforms have specific codec requirements. Check your video's codec (H.264, H.265, VP9) and bitrate before uploading to ensure optimal playback quality.

Debug Video Playback Issues

If a video won't play or looks wrong, inspect its metadata to identify the cause. Check resolution, frame rate, color space, and codec compatibility with your target player.

Verify Video Quality After Export

After editing or converting a video, use the metadata viewer to verify the output matches your expectations. Confirm resolution, bitrate, and codec settings are correct.

Document Video Assets

Export video metadata as JSON for asset management and documentation. Perfect for video production teams tracking specs across a media library.