3GP file format
3GPP multimedia file (.3gp): videos from old mobile phones.
3GP is the format older mobile phones recorded video in, designed for small screens and slow networks. Many modern apps and editors cannot open it. Converting 3GP to MP4 makes those old phone videos easy to watch, share and back up.
| Full name | 3GPP multimedia file |
|---|---|
| File extension | .3gp, .3g2 |
| MIME type | video/3gpp |
| Created | early 2000s by the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) |
| Usual codecs | H.263, MPEG-4 or H.264 video with AMR or AAC audio |
| Plays on | Old feature phones and VLC; poorly supported by modern apps |
| Best for | videos from old mobile phones |
Advantages
- Very small files
Drawbacks
- Low quality by today’s standards
- Limited support in modern apps
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Frequently asked questions
What is a .3gp file?
3GP is the format older mobile phones recorded video in, designed for small screens and slow networks. Many modern apps and editors cannot open it. Converting 3GP to MP4 makes those old phone videos easy to watch, share and back up.
How do I open a 3GP file?
3GP files open on Old feature phones and VLC; poorly supported by modern apps. If a program will not open yours, convert it to a more common format.
How do I convert 3GP?
Use one of the converters below — they run in your browser, so your videos are never uploaded. Most popular: 3GP to MP4, 3GP to MP3, 3GP to MOV.