
Add polished rounded corners to any video — for free
Customize video border radius in an online studio
Create a modern video look, no complex editing required
Round the corners of any video online with Kapwing’s free Round Corners tool. Upload your clip, adjust the border radius with a simple slider, and preview changes instantly before exporting in high resolution.
Add talking head clips or B-roll to YouTube videos, streams, or TikTok videos without distracting hard edges. Rounded corners help your footage blend seamlessly with modern layouts, colored backgrounds, and optional borders for a polished finish.

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Built directly into a professional video editing studio, Kapwing's Round Corners tool lets you adjust the edges of your video, then make any other changes without leaving your browser.
Add a colored border, overlay stickers and text boxes, and apply filters and special effects. Use AI-powered tools to enhance resolution and audio quality. Resize videos to fit any platform, then export or share directly to social media.

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How to Round the Corners of a Video
- Step 1Upload video
Open the Kapwing studio and click to upload your video.
- Step 2Round corners
Select the video in the timeline, then click "Border" in the right sidebar. Drag the "Corners" slider to adjust video border radius.
- Step 3Edit and download
Keep editing in the Kapwing studio, or click "Export Project" to download in high resolution.
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Frequently Asked Questions
We have answers to the most common questions that our users ask.
Is the Round Corners tool free?
Yes, Kapwing's Round Corners tool is free for all users.
Is there a watermark on exports?
If you use Kapwing on a Free account, then all exports — including from the Round Corners of Video tool — contain a watermark. Once you upgrade to a Pro account, the watermark is completely removed from your creations.
How to round the corners of a video with Kapwing
To round the corners of a video online, upload your file to the Kapwing Studio and select the video layer on the timeline. In the right editing panel, open the Border settings and adjust the Corners slider to increase or decrease the video border radius.
As you move the slider, you'll see the rounded corners applied instantly in the preview. Once you're happy with the corner radius, export the project to download your rounded corners video in high resolution.
Can I add borders or backgrounds to my rounded corner videos?
Yes, after applying video rounded corners online, you can further customize the design by adding borders, backgrounds, or other visual elements in the Kapwing Studio.
For example, you can add a colored border, place your video on a background canvas, or overlay text and stickers. These options help your rounded corners video fit smoothly into presentations, YouTube videos, and social media layouts.
What video file formats can I add rounded corners to?
Kapwing works with most common video formats, including MP4, MOV, and WebM. Simply click to upload your file and start editing in your browser.
Whether you're creating social media clips, YouTube overlays, or marketing videos, you can quickly apply video rounded corners online and export your finished content in high quality.
Do I need editing experience?
No editing experience is required. Kapwing’s interface is designed to make rounding the corners of a video simple for beginners and professionals alike.
Just upload your video, move the corner radius slider, and export your project. The entire process takes only a few clicks, making it quick to create a polished rounded corners video without complex editing software.
Why use rounded corners in videos?
Rounded corners create a cleaner, more modern look compared to traditional hard-edged video frames. Many creators use rounded corners video styling to match website layouts, UI mockups, and social media designs.
Using a customizable corner radius also helps your video blend better with backgrounds, borders, and graphic overlays, giving your content a more polished and professional appearance.
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