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Volume Changer

Make a video louder or quieter — 50% to 400%. Video is copied losslessly, only audio is re-encoded.

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Drop a video here

MP4, WebM, MOV, MKV — anything your browser can decode.

PRIVATE BY DESIGN — PRIVATE BY DESIGN — decoding, processing and encoding all run in your browser's engine. No server sees your file.

How to Change Video Volume

Drop your video, pick a volume level, and download. The picture is copied untouched — only the sound changes.

  1. 1. Upload your videoAny format works; processing stays on your device.
  2. 2. Set the target loudnessDrag the slider — +6 dB is a common fix for quiet clips.
  3. 3. Optional: normalizeEven out loud and quiet parts in one pass.
  4. 4. ExportDownload and check on speakers, not just headphones.

  • Tip: 400% can distort — use it for very quiet recordings only.
  • Watch the peak meter while boosting to avoid distortion.
  • Voices recorded too quiet usually need +4 to +8 dB.
  • Test on phone speakers too — that's where most viewers listen.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Volume Changer really free?

Yes — completely free, with no hidden fees, no premium tier and no signup required. The tool runs entirely in your browser.

Do I need to install anything to use Volume Changer?

No. Volume Changer works directly in your browser. There is no software to install, no app to download and no plugin required.

Is my video uploaded to a server when I use Volume Changer?

Never. All processing happens locally on your device. Your file never leaves your computer, which is why there is no upload wait and no privacy risk.

Which video formats does Volume Changer support?

It accepts MP4, WebM, MOV and MKV — anything your browser can decode. Output is MP4 by default, playable on any device.

What happens to my file after processing?

Nothing is stored anywhere. Once you close the tab, everything is gone. We have no server, no storage and no access to your files.

Will my video have a watermark?

No — every download is 100% watermark-free. EditVideo never adds logos, branding or watermarks to your files.

How much can I increase the video volume?

Up to 400% (4×). The presets are 100%, 200% and 400% — 400% is best reserved for very quiet recordings, as it can amplify background noise too.

How loud should my video be?

Platforms normalize around -14 LUFS (YouTube's loudness target). If your video feels quiet, raise it +50% to +100% — don't jump straight to the maximum; extreme boosts distort the audio.

Can I make my video louder without distortion?

Moderate boosts (up to ~150%) stay clean in practice. The 400% ceiling exists to rescue extremely quiet recordings — for everyday footage, staying within 150-200% keeps the audio natural.

Why is my video so quiet, and can I boost it without distortion?

Usually it was recorded or exported too quietly — the audio never reached healthy levels. You can safely boost: normalize to around -14 LUFS (the streaming standard) rather than cranking gain blindly; past that, background hiss gets loud too. Our volume tool offers both quick boosts and precise dB control, with the loudness target built in.