Versatile Video Coding
General Information
| Title | VVC File Extension |
| Extension | .vvc |
| Full Form | Versatile Video Coding |
| File Type | Video File |
| Developer | Joint Video Experts Team |
| MIME Type | video/mp4 |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store video |
| Additional Functions | Stream video |
| Features | High efficiency, Improved compression |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes, with tools |
Use Cases
| Streaming Services | Yes |
| 4K/8K Video | Yes |
| Virtual Reality | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Piracy potential |
| Best Practices | Encryption, DRM |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2020 |
| Latest Version | H.266/VVC (2020) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .h265, .mp4, .mkv |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 VLC Media Player |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux, Unix |
 FFmpeg |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |