How to Convert a Loom Video to MP4 for Free

If you want to convert a Loom video to MP4, here’s the reassuring news up front: you probably don’t need a converter at all. When you download a recording from Loom, the file you get is already an MP4 — encoded with the widely supported H.264 video codec. So the phrase “loom to mp4” almost always just means “download my Loom the right way.” This guide shows you how to get a true, editable MP4 for free, how to upgrade it into a polished video if you want to, and how to convert that MP4 into other formats like MOV, WebM, or GIF.

People usually want a real MP4 file because they plan to edit it in another tool, upload it to YouTube or a learning platform, embed it in a course, or archive it offline. The good thing is that an MP4 is the most universal video container there is — once you have it, it plays and edits almost everywhere. Quick ethics note before we start: only download or convert videos you own or have explicit permission to use.

Method 1: Download Directly as MP4 from Loom

This is the fastest free route, and the output is already a .mp4 file — no conversion step required. If you own the recording or it’s shared with you with downloads enabled, do this:

1. Open the Loom video in your browser and sign in to the account that has access.
2. Click the three-dot menu (…) near the video, or look in the share/options panel.
3. Select Download. Loom prepares the file and saves it to your computer.
4. Check your Downloads folder — the file ends in .mp4 and is ready to edit or upload.

That’s it. Because Loom exports H.264 MP4 natively, there’s nothing to “convert.” For more detail and troubleshooting, see our full walkthrough on how to download a Loom video.

Method 2: Import to ScreenStory and Export a Polished MP4

Sometimes you don’t just want the raw file — you want a clean, shareable MP4 with tidy narration, captions, or a more professional feel. That’s where ScreenStory comes in. It runs entirely in your browser (no install) on self-hosted H100 GPUs, and it can turn a public Loom link into a finished MP4:

1. Copy the public Loom share link (ScreenStory imports public links only).
2. In ScreenStory, choose Import from Loom and paste the link. ScreenStory downloads and processes the video for you.
3. Optionally let the AI clean up your script, add a synced AI voiceover, and generate word-level captions in any of 15+ languages.
4. If you like, add a realistic, lip-synced talking-head avatar to present the content.
5. Click Export to produce a polished MP4 you can download and share anywhere.

This route is recommended when you want more than a raw recording — a presentation-ready MP4 you’d be happy to put in front of customers or students. There’s a free trial, and paid plans start at $9.99/mo; see pricing for details. Want to make trims and tweaks too? Our guide on editing a Loom video covers that workflow.

What If There’s No Download Option?

If the three-dot menu doesn’t show a Download button, the video owner may have disabled downloads, or you may be on a viewer-only link. The right move is to request access or a downloadable copy from the owner. We cover the legitimate options in detail in how to download a Loom video without a download button. Remember: only download content you own or have permission to download.

Converting an MP4 to Other Formats (MOV, WebM, GIF)

Once you have your MP4, converting it to another format for a specific platform is straightforward with free tools:

• HandBrake — free, open-source, great for re-encoding MP4 and adjusting resolution or compression.
• VLC Media Player — can convert between MP4, MOV, WebM and more via its Convert/Save feature.
• CloudConvert — a browser-based converter handy for quick one-off conversions, including MP4 → GIF.

For most uses — YouTube, LMS uploads, email, embeds — you can keep the MP4 as-is and skip conversion entirely.

Keeping Quality High

A few simple habits preserve the sharpness of your original recording:

• Download the highest resolution available (1080p or above where offered) so you start from the best source.
• Avoid re-encoding repeatedly. Every conversion is lossy — converting MP4 → MOV → MP4 again degrades quality each time.
• Edit once, export once. Do all your trimming and changes in a single tool, then export a final MP4 rather than chaining multiple apps.
• Use a high bitrate when re-encoding in HandBrake or VLC if file size isn’t a concern.

MP4 Download Methods Compared

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Loom videos MP4 by default?

Yes. When you download a recording from Loom, the file is an MP4 encoded with H.264 video and AAC audio. So in most cases there’s nothing extra to convert — downloading correctly gives you a ready-to-use MP4.

How do I convert a Loom video to MP4 for free?

The free way is simply to download it: open the video, click the three-dot menu, and choose Download. The result is already a .mp4. If you want a polished version with narration and captions, you can import a public link into ScreenStory and export an MP4 — there’s a free trial.

Can I convert a Loom to MP4 on my phone?

Yes. You can download and save Loom videos on mobile too. See our step-by-step guide for downloading a Loom video on iPhone and Android.

Will converting reduce quality?

A straight download won’t lose quality — it’s already an MP4. Re-encoding to another format (or repeatedly converting back and forth) is lossy, so download the highest resolution and convert as few times as possible.

What’s the difference between downloading and using ScreenStory?

Downloading gives you the raw MP4 exactly as recorded. ScreenStory takes a public Loom link and lets you produce a cleaner, more professional MP4 — with AI voiceover, word-level captions, and an optional lip-synced avatar. If you’re weighing your options, our roundup of the best Loom alternatives may help.