FLV File Extension
Flash Video File Format
Overview – FLV File Extension
FLV file format, also referred as Flash Video file format is a type of container file format. This file format is used for traversal of videos around the internet via usage of the Adobe Flash Player.
YouTube, Google Video and all the other websites across the internet prefer Flash Video File (FLV) as a standard video format.
The FLV file extension is comprised of a header section, along with the provisions to store audio, video and metadata packets.
Application Category
Video files
Developed By
Adobe SystemsTechnical Specifications
MIME Type
Standard Identifier
video/x-flv
Official media type for Flash Video content.
File Signature Details
Hexadecimal Signature
46 4C 56
What is the structure of .FLV File Extension?
Header Attributes
- Signature Required
- Version Required
- Flags Required
- Header Size Required
Packet Data Types
uint32_beuint8uint24_beuint24_beuint8uint24_befreeform
Applications Supported
How to open and view FLV File Extension
A FLV file can be opened using many video players:
Desktop (Mac & Windows)
Adobe Flash Player/Professional, VLC Player
Mobile (Android)
VLC Media Player and More