video/*
video/ogg
File extensions: .ogv
Legacy open-source video container.
What is video/ogg?
video/ogg identifies Ogg-wrapped Theora video. Once the go-to open-source video format on the web, it is now superseded by WebM and rarely used in production.
Typical usage
Legacy content, some open-source video archives.
HTTP header example
Response header
Content-Type: video/oggFrequently asked questions
What is the video/ogg MIME type?
video/ogg identifies Ogg-wrapped Theora video. Once the go-to open-source video format on the web, it is now superseded by WebM and rarely used in production.
What file extension does video/ogg use?
Files served as video/ogg typically use the extension .ogv. The most common is .ogv.
How do I set the Content-Type for video/ogg?
Send the HTTP response header Content-Type: video/ogg. Legacy content, some open-source video archives.
Is video/ogg an official MIME type?
Yes. video/ogg is officially registered with IANA, so standards-conformant clients recognize it.