Video to GIF Converter

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Make an animated GIF from a video clip

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Tap to choose a file or drop it here

MP4, WebM, MOV · works best for clips under 15 seconds

Start at (seconds)
Length (seconds, max 15)
Frames per second
Width

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Video to GIF Converter — at a glance

Create a short looping GIF from your favourite video moment.

Your video
clip.mp4
00:12 – 00:16
Make GIF
Result
clip.gif
360 px · 40 frames

How to use it — step by step

A video file (MP4, WebM, MOV). Pick the start time and length.

1

Add a video

Choose an MP4, WebM or MOV file.

2

Pick start, length and size

Smaller width and fewer fps make a smaller GIF.

3

Press Make GIF

Frames are read and encoded on your device.

4

Download

Save the GIF.

Pro tips

Small things that make the result better.

✦Keep clips under 5 seconds for small GIFs.
✦Lower the width to 240–360 px for chat apps.
✦GIF supports only 256 colours, so photos may look slightly grainy.

Quick facts

15 smax length
4 sizes240–640 px
Privatenot uploaded
Freeno watermark

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my GIF big?+

GIFs are large by nature. Use fewer fps, a smaller width or a shorter clip.

Which videos work?+

Any format your browser can play — MP4 and WebM are safest.

Is there a watermark?+

No.

Is my data safe?+

Yes. Everything runs inside your own browser. Your text, files and images are never uploaded to any server.

Is this tool really free?+

Yes — completely free, no signup, no watermark and no usage limit.

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