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Free Video to GIF Converter
Turn MP4, MOV or WebM clips into looping GIFs in your browser. Trim your video, choose a sharing preset and download your GIF without a watermark.
- No video upload
- No watermark
- Up to 100 MB
01 / YOUR VIDEO
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MP4, MOV or WebM · Up to 100 MB
02 / MAKE IT YOURS
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Processed locally on your device
How to Convert a Video to GIF
Make a looping GIF from a short video clip in four steps.
Choose a video
Select or drop an MP4, MOV or WebM video from your device. Files can be up to 100 MB.
Select the moment
Enter start and end times to choose a clip up to 30 seconds long. The first five seconds are selected by default.
Choose your settings
Start with Chat, Documents or High quality, then adjust the width, frame rate, colors and dithering if needed.
Create and download
Create the GIF, preview its actual size, and download it. Use Make smaller to try a more compact version.
Create a Smaller GIF for Sharing
GIFs can be larger than the source MP4 because video codecs compress moving pictures more efficiently. Output size depends on the scene, duration and settings.
Trim your clip
Keep only the moment you need. A shorter animation has fewer frames to encode.
Reduce width and frame rate
The Chat preset starts at a maximum width of 320 px and 8 FPS. Try lower settings when size matters more than smooth motion.
Adjust colors and dithering
Fewer colors or no dithering may reduce size, but can make gradients look less smooth. Preview the result before sharing.
Convert Video to GIF Without Uploading
Your selected video is processed on your device and is not uploaded to our servers. The conversion engine is downloaded when you first create an animation; processing speed and memory use depend on your device.
Supported Video Formats
Choose common video files such as MP4, MOV and WebM, up to 100 MB. Your browser must be able to preview the file: support can vary with the video codec, browser and device. If a file will not open, try exporting it as an MP4 with H.264 video first.
GIF or Animated WebP: Which Should You Use?
GIF is widely supported in chats, documents and websites. Animated WebP can produce a smaller file and better color for some clips, but support varies by app. Select Animated WebP in the output settings and check that your destination can play it. Neither format carries audio.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert a video to GIF for free?
Choose a video, enter the start and end times, select a preset and click Create GIF. Preview the result and download it. No account is required for this tool.
Is my video uploaded to a server?
No. Conversion runs in your browser. The conversion engine is downloaded when needed, but your selected video is not uploaded to our servers.
Why is my GIF larger than the original video?
GIF generally compresses animation less efficiently than MP4 video. Shorten the clip, use a smaller width or frame rate, or try Make smaller. Results vary with the footage.
What are the file size and clip length limits?
The input file can be up to 100 MB, and the selected clip can be up to 30 seconds. Larger or longer clips can take more time and memory.
Can I convert a video on iPhone or Android?
You can try selecting a video in a mobile browser. Preview and conversion depend on the video codec, browser and available device memory; processing can be slower on a phone.
Does the GIF have a watermark?
No watermark is added to the generated GIF. Any watermark already present in the original video remains.
Do GIFs have sound?
No. GIF and animated WebP outputs do not include audio from the source video.
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