Does rotating re-encode the video?

Simple 90-degree rotations can often be done via metadata without re-encoding, making them nearly instant. More complex transformations may require re-encoding. All processing runs on your self-hosted server.

Can I rotate and flip at the same time?

Yes, you can combine rotation with horizontal or vertical flipping in a single operation. This runs locally on your SnapOtter instance and processes both transformations in one pass.

Will the audio stay in sync after rotation?

Yes, audio and subtitle tracks are completely unaffected by visual rotation or flipping. All streams remain synchronized in the output. Processing stays on your self-hosted server.

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Rotate Video

Rotate a video by 90, 180, or 270 degrees, or flip it horizontally or vertically to correct orientation issues. Fixes videos recorded in the wrong orientation or creates mirror effects. All rotation runs locally on your self-hosted server.

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Features

Rotation in 90-degree increments: 90, 180, and 270 degrees
Horizontal and vertical flip operations for mirror effects
Metadata correction to ensure players respect the new orientation
Preserves audio, subtitles, and all non-visual tracks
Fast processing via stream manipulation where codec allows

What you can do

Correcting a smartphone video that was accidentally recorded in the wrong orientation
Flipping tutorial screen recordings to match a mirrored presentation layout
Rotating security camera footage to the correct viewing angle for a report
Creating a horizontal mirror effect for artistic video content

Self-hosted. Your files never leave your network.

SnapOtter runs entirely on your own infrastructure. Files processed with Rotate Video are never uploaded to third-party servers. Deploy a single Docker container and process files with full privacy, no watermarks, and no usage limits. Open source under AGPL-3.0.

Frequently asked questions

Does rotating re-encode the video?: Simple 90-degree rotations can often be done via metadata without re-encoding, making them nearly instant. More complex transformations may require re-encoding. All processing runs on your self-hosted server.
Can I rotate and flip at the same time?: Yes, you can combine rotation with horizontal or vertical flipping in a single operation. This runs locally on your SnapOtter instance and processes both transformations in one pass.
Will the audio stay in sync after rotation?: Yes, audio and subtitle tracks are completely unaffected by visual rotation or flipping. All streams remain synchronized in the output. Processing stays on your self-hosted server.

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