Convert video to GIF
Turn a clip (MP4, MOV, MKV, AVI…) into an animated GIF in seconds, in your browser. No upload, no sign-up, no watermark.
How to convert a video to GIF
Drop your video
It stays on your device.
Choose GIF
And a short clip.
Download
Your animated GIF is ready.
Video to GIF
A GIF is the easiest way to share a short, looping moment — a reaction, a demo, a highlight — because it plays automatically and everywhere, with no player needed.
Keep the clip short (a few seconds): GIFs are uncompressed frame-by-frame, so long videos become huge files. For longer clips, a real video format like MP4 stays far smaller.
The conversion uses WebAssembly in your browser, so your video is never uploaded.
Video vs GIF: what's the difference?
| Criterion | Video (MP4) | GIF |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | Light | Heavy — often 10× more |
| Colors | ~16 million | 256 max |
| Sound | Yes | No |
| Auto-loop playback | Depends on the platform | Always, everywhere — even in an email |
| Best for | Full video | Short clip, reaction, demo |
A GIF has one real advantage: it auto-plays, on a loop, absolutely everywhere — including where video won't go (emails, READMEs, docs). For everything else, video is better.
Tips for a great GIF
- Keep it short: 2 to 5 seconds. Beyond that, the size explodes.
- Reduce the width: 480px is enough in most cases.
- Favor clips with little motion: fewer frames, lighter file.
- If your clip is over 10 seconds or has sound, keep the MP4.
Frequently asked questions
Is it free?
Yes, free and no sign-up. The video engine loads once (~30 MB), then everything is local.
Is my video uploaded?
No, never. The conversion is 100% local.
Why keep the clip short?
GIFs store each frame, so they grow fast. A few seconds gives the best size-to-quality result.