DREFLYClip Video
Upload a video or paste a video URL, drag the timeline handles to the section you want to keep, then export - the trim itself happens in your browser, and files only reach our servers if you convert to a different format.
Works with YouTube, X, TikTok, Facebook, and hundreds of other sites, or a direct link to a video file.
Frequently asked questions
Where is my video processed?
The trim happens entirely in your browser. If you export in the video's original format, nothing ever leaves your device. If you pick a different export format, that conversion step is sent to Drefly's servers for encoding and the file is deleted right after - either way you can watch the export progress live.
Can I load a video from a URL?
Yes, paste a link from YouTube, X, TikTok, Facebook, or hundreds of other sites, or a direct link to a video file, then pick a quality to fetch it into the editor.
Does clipping change the video's frame or aspect ratio?
No, Clip Video only changes the length, not the frame area. To crop the frame to a custom area or aspect ratio, use the Crop Video tool instead.
Can I choose the export file format?
Yes, pick MP4 or WEBM before exporting. If your browser can't record the format you picked, Drefly falls back automatically and lets you know in the status message.
What file format do I get?
Choose MP4 or WEBM before you export. Both play in any modern browser and most media players - if your browser can't produce the one you picked, Drefly uses the other automatically.
What happens if my clipped video is large?
If the exported file is over about 25MB, we'll ask for your email address first and send you a secure download link once it's ready, instead of keeping the tab open.
Why does Drefly need my email for large files?
Only to send you the one download link for this export. We don't add you to a mailing list, send marketing emails, or share your address with anyone.
I haven't received the email yet - what should I do?
Large files convert in the background and can take a few minutes. Check your spam or junk folder, since first-time senders sometimes land there. If it's been more than 15-20 minutes, try again with a smaller file or a lower quality setting.
Is email delivery free, and is my file safe?
Yes - every Drefly tool, including email delivery for large files, is completely free with no signup required. Your exported file is stored only long enough to be downloaded and is automatically deleted after 24 hours either way; you can also delete it early from the download page.
Is Clip Video free to use?
Yes. Trimming and cutting video is completely free, with no signup, no watermark on your download, and no limit on how many clips you make.
Can I clip a video on my phone?
Yes. Clip Video works in any modern mobile browser on iPhone and Android - drag the timeline handles with your finger, then export and save the clip straight to your device.
How fast will my export be?
It depends on your file and the format you pick. Exporting to MP4 or WEBM is usually the quickest, often finishing in seconds right on your device. Exporting to MOV, MKV, AVI, FLV, or GIF takes a bit longer since more work is needed, but it still happens on your device without uploading anything. Very large files, or older browsers that can't handle exporting locally, are sent to our servers to convert instead - these take longer and, for bigger files, we'll email you a download link once it's ready so you don't have to keep the tab open.