# Convert HEVC/H.265 to H.264｜XCompressor

> Convert HEVC video to broadly compatible H.264 locally on your Mac while preserving audio and controlling resolution.

[https://mosslabs.tech/guides/hevc-to-h264/](https://mosslabs.tech/guides/hevc-to-h264/)

Codec conversion

## Convert HEVC/H.265 to H.264

Convert HEVC video to broadly compatible H.264 locally on your Mac while preserving audio and controlling resolution.

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### Why this workflow matters

HEVC is space efficient, but older devices, browsers, or workflows may not play it reliably. H.264 is safer when compatibility comes first.

Convert HEVC/H.265 to H.264 · XCompressor

### Steps

1. Import a file containing an HEVC/H.265 video stream.

2. Choose an H.264-compatible output such as MP4.

3. Select H.264, confirm resolution and audio settings, then convert.

### Supported range

HEVC/H.265 → H.264 · MP4 · MOV · MKV

Compression and conversion happen locally on Mac. App Store download, purchase validation, restore purchases, update checks, or feedback you submit may require network access.

### Before you start

- Keep a backup of important files before choosing to replace originals.

- Test a small batch first to verify format, quality, audio, and destination.

- Open or play the result on the target device or platform before delivery.