Video_2021-11-11_16-23-50.mp4 May 2026

The format video_YYYY-MM-DD_HH-MM-SS.mp4 is the default naming scheme for videos saved from .

In many online communities, this file is a . It typically starts with something innocuous—like a calm nature scene, a person cooking, or a clip from a video game—only to abruptly cut to a loud noise and a frightening image (a "jump scare"). video_2021-11-11_16-23-50.mp4

The date , suggests the original content was captured or saved on that afternoon. 3. Safety Recommendations The format video_YYYY-MM-DD_HH-MM-SS

While the file is likely just a video, generic filenames are sometimes used to hide malicious scripts. Run it through a site like VirusTotal before opening. The date , suggests the original content was

To prank unsuspecting viewers who download and open the file.

If it is the jump scare variant, the sudden loud audio can be disruptive.

If you didn't expect a video from the person or site providing the link, it is safest to delete it.