Remove Timestamp from Video: No Upload
Remove date, time, or security camera timestamps from your videos online, right in your browser. Draw a box over the stamp, remove it and download the full-length MP4. Your video is never uploaded. No sign-up, no credits.
- No upload
- No sign-up
- Full-length download
- MP4, WebM, MOV
Remove a video watermark
Choose a video, mark the watermark on a still frame, and download the cleaned file. Everything runs in your browser, so nothing is uploaded.
Drop a file here or choose one. Up to 300 MB on a computer (100 MB on phones).
How do I remove a timestamp from my video?
Upload your MP4, WebM or MOV into the tool above, draw a box tightly around the timestamp, click Remove and download the result. It runs in your browser, so nothing is uploaded and there is no preview limit. It works on date and time stamps that stay in one place.
- Price
- Free, no credits and no daily cap
- Account required
- No
- Video uploaded to a server
- No, processed locally in your browser
- Preview limit
- None, the download is full length
- Input formats
- MP4, WebM, MOV
- Output format
- MP4 (H.264), original audio kept
- Best for
- Dashcams, security cameras, old camcorders
- Not suitable for
- Moving, scrolling, or full-screen timestamps
- File size limit
- Up to 300 MB on desktop, 100 MB on mobile
- Works on
- Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari, iOS and Android browsers
How to remove a timestamp in 3 steps
- 1
Upload your footage
Choose any MP4, WebM or MOV file you recorded. It is opened in your browser and is not uploaded anywhere.
- 2
Draw a box over the timestamp
Click and drag on the video to cover the date and time. Keep the box tight, and a little larger than the text.
- 3
Remove and download
Click Remove, check the result, and download the full-length clean MP4 back to your device.
Timestamp removal FAQ
Quick answers about privacy, quality, supported watermarks, file limits and legality.
How do I remove a timestamp from a video for free?
Open the tool, choose your MP4, WebM or MOV file, draw a box over the date and time, click Remove and download the result. It is free, needs no account and runs in your browser, so there is no upload and no preview limit.
Is it legal to remove a timestamp from a video?
Yes, if you own the video. Removing a date/time stamp from your own dashcam, security camera, or camcorder footage is a standard post-production fix. Do not use this tool on footage you do not own or have permission to edit. This is general information, not legal advice.
Can I remove a timestamp without uploading it?
Yes. The video is processed by FFmpeg compiled to WebAssembly, running inside your browser tab. The file never leaves your device. To check, open your browser developer tools, watch the Network tab while you process a video, and confirm no request carries your file.
Will it remove a moving or scrolling timestamp?
No. The delogo filter applies one fixed box to the whole video. If the timestamp changes position, it will stay visible where it moves to. This is common on some old camcorders that scroll the date across the screen.
Why does the area look blurry after removal?
Because the filter fills the box by blending nearby pixels. Blur shows most on detailed backgrounds and with large boxes. Draw the box as tight as possible, and expect better results on plain or softly lit backgrounds.
Is this tool free?
Yes. It is free with no daily cap, no credits and no sign-up. The practical limit is your device memory, because the video is processed locally.
Does it keep the audio?
Yes. The audio track is copied from the original video without re-encoding. Your dashcam audio or security camera audio remains exactly as recorded.
What video formats are supported?
MP4, WebM and MOV. For other formats such as AVI or MKV (common with older security cameras), convert to MP4 first. The output is an MP4 (H.264).
Does it work on iPhone and Android?
Yes, in modern mobile browsers, with a 100 MB file limit. Processing a long video on a phone is slow, so a laptop or desktop is better for anything beyond short clips.
What if the timestamp is on the absolute edge of the video?
The delogo filter requires at least a 1-pixel border of real pixels around the selected area. If the timestamp touches the absolute edge of the video frame, the tool will automatically clamp the box to fit, which may leave a tiny sliver of the timestamp visible. Try the Blur or Pixelate method, or crop the video slightly first.
Can I remove multiple timestamps at once?
Yes, you can draw up to 6 separate boxes on the video. This is useful if your camera puts a date in the bottom-left and a time in the top-right.
Does removing the timestamp reduce video quality?
The video is re-encoded as high-quality H.264, so there is a small generation loss, usually not visible. The filled area itself can look softer than the rest of the frame, depending on the background.
Can I use this on a Chromebook?
Yes. The tool runs entirely in your browser using WebAssembly, so it works perfectly on ChromeOS, including Chromebooks. No software installation is required.
Do I need a fast computer to use this?
A faster processor and more RAM will process the video quicker. The tool uses your device's resources. For a 5-minute clip at 1080p, a modern laptop should take less than a minute.
What if my video is larger than 300 MB?
The tool has a 300 MB limit on desktop and 100 MB on mobile to prevent browser crashes. If your file is larger, use the Video Trimmer to cut out the unnecessary parts, or the Video Compressor to reduce the file size before removing the timestamp.
What this tool can and cannot remove
The tool uses FFmpeg's delogo filter. It fills one fixed rectangle using the pixels around it. That makes it fast, private and free, and it also sets clear limits.
| Timestamp type | Result | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Static timestamp in a corner | Works well | The best case. A small, fixed date/time stamp is cleaned convincingly on most footage. |
| Large timestamp text | Works, with caveats | Fine on plain backgrounds. On detailed backgrounds the patch can look soft or blurry. |
| Semi-transparent timestamp | Usually works | Draw the box tight around it. Larger faint stamps leave a visible smear. |
| Timestamp over a face or fine detail | Poor | There is not enough surrounding detail to fill in convincingly. |
| Moving or scrolling timestamp | Not supported | The filter fixes one box position for the whole video. Timestamps that change position will not be removed. |
| Tiled or full-screen timestamps | Not supported | The box would have to cover most of the frame. Use the original recording without a timestamp if possible. |
| Multiple timestamps in different corners | Varies | You can draw up to 6 separate boxes to cover multiple timestamps at once. |
| Timestamp touching the absolute edge | Varies | The filter needs a 1-pixel border. If the stamp touches the edge, the tool clamps the box, which may leave a tiny sliver visible. |
Troubleshooting timestamp removal
The timestamp is too close to the edge
The delogo filter needs a 1-pixel border of real video pixels around the selected box. If your timestamp touches the absolute edge of the frame, the tool will clamp the box to fit, which might leave a sliver visible. Try the Blur or Pixelate method instead, or crop the video slightly before processing.
The background behind the timestamp is moving
If you have a dashcam video with fast-moving scenery behind the timestamp, the delogo filter will create a static, blurry patch over that area. It cannot track moving pixels. For the best results, ensure the timestamp sits over a relatively static part of the video (like the sky or a dashboard).
The timestamp has a drop shadow
If the timestamp has a black outline or drop shadow, make sure the box covers the entire extent of the shadow. A tight box around just the white text will leave the black shadow visible. Draw the box slightly larger to encompass the whole graphical element.
The video is too large to process
Long security camera footage (over 10 minutes) or 4K recordings can exhaust your browser's memory. Use the Video Trimmer to cut the recording down to just the segment you need, or use the Video Compressor to reduce the file size.
Tips for a cleaner result
Keep the box tight
A box that is only slightly larger than the timestamp gives the cleanest fill. A big box turns into a visible blur that distracts from your footage.
Trim first
Cut the clip to the part you need with the Video Trimmer, and shrink big files with the Video Compressor. Shorter files process faster and use less memory.
Check on a busy frame
Scrub to a frame with detailed background behind the timestamp before you commit. If it looks soft there, it will look soft everywhere.
Use the original if you can
If you recorded the video, check your camera settings to disable the timestamp for future recordings. That always beats removal.
Record at higher resolution
If you know you will need to remove a timestamp later, record at 1080p or 4K. This gives the delogo filter more surrounding pixels to work with, resulting in a cleaner fill.
Multiple timestamps
If your camera put a date in one corner and a time in another, you can draw two separate boxes. The tool supports up to 6 simultaneous selections.
ToolDeck vs cloud AI tools
Cloud AI tools upload your video, track moving objects and regenerate the hidden area. ToolDeck trades that for privacy and no limits: nothing is uploaded, and the full download is free.
| Feature | TToolDeck | Cloud AI |
|---|---|---|
| Your video is uploaded to a server | None | Yes, deleted after processing |
| Free full-length download | Yes | Watermarked or limited preview |
| No sign-up needed | Yes | Yes |
| No daily usage limits | Yes | Varies by plan |
| Moving or scrolling timestamps | No | Yes |
| Complex or busy backgrounds | Can look blurry | Yes |
| Batch processing | No | Up to 30 files |
| Requires software installation | No | No |
| Works offline once loaded | Yes | No |
What you get for free
FFmpeg in your browser
WebAssembly-powered FFmpeg processes the video on your device. No server queue and no upload. Speed depends on your device and the length of the video.
Draw your own selection
Click and drag to draw a box exactly over the timestamp. Works for dashcams, security cameras, and old camcorders.
Edge-based fill (delogo)
The delogo filter replaces the pixels inside your box using the pixels around it. It is fast and predictable, but it is interpolation, not AI generation.
High-quality re-encode
The output is re-encoded as H.264 at high quality, so there is a small generation loss. The audio track is copied from the original untouched.
No preview limit, no paywall
Download the full video, not a 5-second preview. No credits, no account and no daily cap.
No software install
Works in any modern browser on Windows, Mac, Linux, ChromeOS, Android and iOS. No Photoshop or Premiere Pro required.
Desktop and Mobile ready
Whether you recorded on a dashcam, a security system, or a phone, the tool works. Mobile browsers are supported for quick edits.
Preserves original audio
Your ambient audio, narration, or dashcam audio is copied from the original file without re-encoding, keeping it exactly as recorded.
Use it on content you own
Disclaimer: This tool is intended for video editors, security professionals, and creators to clean their own footage. You must only remove timestamps from videos you personally recorded or have explicit, written permission to edit. Removing watermarks or timestamps from third-party content to republish as your own may violate copyright laws (such as the DMCA) and platform terms of service. ToolDeck does not store, track, or claim ownership of any video processed by this tool, but you are solely responsible for how you use the result.
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