AnyDesk recorded sessions use a proprietary .anydesk format that currently cannot be directly converted into MP4. Because the file is essentially a data log of session events rather than a standard video file, common converters like VLC or Handbrake will not recognize it.
No "Fast" Way: As of 2026, AnyDesk has not released a command-line tool or native feature to batch-convert these files.
Bottom line: Don't waste time searching for universal converters. Use AnyDesk’s built-in export or their official standalone converter. That is the only reliable, updated method to get .anydesk → MP4 in 2026.
- Anydesk (with recorded video)
- A video conversion software (we recommend:
- Some AnyDesk versions provide an Export or Save As option in the recording playback UI to produce MP4.
- Steps:
: If you know you need an MP4 file before the session starts, it is highly recommended to record the session directly with OBS Studio or another standard recorder of using AnyDesk’s internal recording feature. Storage Location : By default, your AnyDesk recordings are found at C:\Users\[YourUser]\Videos\AnyDesk OBS Studio specifically for high-quality remote session captures? How to Convert Any Desk Recorded Sessions into MP4
