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Video to GIF Converter

Load a video, pick the part you want, and turn it into an animated GIF. Everything runs on your device, so your video is never uploaded to a server.

Last updated: 2026/10/16 Video Feedback & bug reports
No upload: converted on your device Your video is never sent to a server. The GIF is made right in your browser, so it is safe for unreleased footage and internal materials.

Drag & drop a video file

or

Works with MP4, MOV, WebM and any other video your browser can play

How to Use

1

Load a video

Click "Choose file" or drag and drop a video file. MP4, MOV, WebM and any other format your browser can play are supported. Once loaded, its resolution and length are shown.

2

Pick the clip and settings

Find the scene in the preview and use "Start at current time" and "End at current time" to set the clip (up to 30 seconds). As you choose the frame rate, width, speed, loop, colors and direction, the frame count, estimated file size and processing time update instantly.

3

Convert and save

Press "Convert to GIF" and follow the progress bar as each frame is processed. Preview the finished GIF right on the page and save it with "Download GIF". Not quite right? Use "Change settings and redo".

About the Video to GIF Converter

This free tool cuts any part of a video and turns it into an animated GIF. GIFs are short, silent, looping clips that work almost everywhere: social media, chat apps, blogs, how-to guides and slide decks. Most online converters make you upload your video and wait, often with a file size limit. Here everything happens inside your browser, so your video never leaves your device. You also see the frame count, estimated file size and processing time before you convert, so you won't end up with a GIF that is far too heavy.

Works well with: Video Frame Extractor (save a single frame) · Image Compressor (shrink images) · Image Resizer (resize images) · Image Converter (change image formats)

Features

  • No upload, converted on your deviceYour video is processed entirely in your browser and never sent to a server. No upload wait and no upload size limit.
  • Know the size and time up frontSee the frame count, output size, estimated file size and processing time before converting, plus tips when the GIF looks too heavy.
  • Speed, reverse and boomerangChoose 0.5× to 2× speed, play the clip in reverse or back and forth, and loop forever or play once.
  • Fine control over qualityPick 5 to 30 fps, a width from 240px up to the original size (or any width you like), and 256, 128 or 64 colors. Colors are optimized for every frame, while similar colors are kept consistent to reduce flicker.

Use Cases

  • Make reaction GIFs for social media and chat
  • Show app or website steps in a short GIF
  • Add moving illustrations to blog posts and manuals
  • Put silent, auto-playing animations in slide decks
  • Turn a favorite moment of your pet or kids into a looping GIF

FAQ

Does the GIF include sound?
No. GIF is an image format and cannot contain audio, so the result is a silent animation. If you need sound, share the original video (such as an MP4) instead.
How can I make the GIF file smaller?
File size grows roughly with width × height × number of frames. In order of impact: (1) reduce the width (480px to 320px roughly halves the area), (2) lower the frame rate (for example, 12 fps to 10 fps), (3) shorten the clip, and (4) reduce the colors to 128 or 64. Screen recordings and illustrations with little motion stay small, while busy live-action footage gets large. Adjust while watching the estimated file size shown before converting.
Which video formats are supported?
Any video your browser can play. MP4 (H.264) and WebM work in nearly every browser, and MOV files from an iPhone (HEVC/H.265) work in Safari and in Chrome or Edge on devices that support HEVC. If a file can't be loaded, a message appears on the page; try another browser or convert the video to MP4 first.
Can I use it on my phone?
Yes, it works in mobile browsers on iPhone and Android. Tap "Choose file" and pick a video from your photo library or files. Save the finished GIF with "Download GIF", or press and hold the preview to save it to your photos. Phones are slower than computers, so a width of 480px or less, around 12 fps and clips under 10 seconds work best.
How long does the conversion take?
It mostly depends on the number of frames and their size, and an estimate is shown before you start. For example, a 5-second clip at 480px and 12 fps (60 frames) usually takes just a few seconds on a typical computer. During conversion you'll see a progress bar and the time remaining, and you can stop at any time with "Cancel". After your first conversion, the next estimate is adjusted using the actual result.
Is my video uploaded to a server?
No. Everything from loading the video to creating the GIF happens in your browser. The only network request is a one-time download of the open-source GIF encoder (gifenc) the first time you convert; your video and GIF are never sent anywhere. Closing the page clears everything you loaded.
Why do the colors look rough or banded?
Each GIF frame can use at most 256 colors, so footage with smooth gradients such as skies or skin may show visible steps (banding). This tool picks the best 256 colors for every frame, but if banding bothers you, keep the colors at 256 or try a slightly larger width. For illustrations and screen recordings with few colors, 64 colors often still looks clean while saving space.

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