Video to GIF Converter

Convert Videos to GIFs Instantly

Transform your video clips into animated GIFs with custom timing, quality settings, and optimization. Perfect for social media, tutorials, and entertainment.

  • Multiple Formats
  • Custom Clips
  • Quality Control
  • Fast Processing
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Upload Video

MP4 WebM MOV AVI

Drop video file here or click to upload

Max 100MB • Up to 30 seconds • Creates smooth GIF animations

Supported: MP4, WebM, MOV, AVI • Max 100MB
Files are stored temporarily for 24 hours for processing and sharing.

Preview & Export

Upload a video to see your GIF preview

Create Perfect Video GIFs

Precise Clipping

Extract the exact moment you want with precise start time and duration controls.

Quality Optimization

Choose from multiple quality presets optimized for different use cases and file sizes.

Frame Rate Control

Adjust animation speed with customizable frame rates from smooth to fast-paced.

Multiple Formats

Support for MP4, WebM, MOV, and AVI video formats with automatic format detection.

How to Convert Video to GIF

  1. 1 Upload Your Video: Click upload and select your video file. We support MP4, WebM, MOV, and AVI formats up to 100MB.
  2. 2 Preview and Select Clip: Watch your video and use the timeline to choose the exact start time and duration for your GIF.
  3. 3 Configure Quality Settings: Choose resolution, frame rate, and quality level based on your needs and target platform.
  4. 4 Convert and Download: Click convert to process your video into an optimized GIF, then download your creation.

Pro Tips for Video GIFs

  • Keep it short: GIFs work best at 3-10 seconds. Longer clips create large files that don't loop well.
  • Choose the right moment: Select the most interesting or funny part of your video for maximum impact.
  • Frame rate matters: Use 15 FPS for most videos, 10 FPS for smoother animations, 20+ FPS for fast action.
  • Size optimization: Smaller resolutions (320-480px) work better for web sharing and faster loading.
  • Quality balance: High quality for important content, medium for general use, low for maximum compatibility.

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Video to GIF Conversion: Complete Guide

Transform any video clip into shareable animated GIFs perfect for social media, messaging, and web content. Extract the best moments from movies, TV shows, screen recordings, or your own footage with precise control over timing, quality, and file size.

Why Convert Video to GIF?

  • Platform Compatibility: GIFs work everywhere—Twitter, Discord, Reddit, Slack—no video player required
  • Auto-Play Advantage: GIFs loop automatically without sound—instant visual impact in feeds
  • Easier Sharing: Smaller files load faster than videos, embed directly in messages and forums
  • Reaction Content: Capture perfect reaction moments from movies/shows for expressive communication
  • Tutorial Snippets: Extract 5-10 second clips from long tutorials for quick reference

Video Sources Comparison

Source Type Best For Tips
Movie/TV Clips Reaction GIFs, memes, quotes Use 2-5 seconds for maximum impact
Screen Recordings Software demos, tutorials, bug reports Increase FPS (20-24) for smooth UI animation
Phone Videos Personal moments, highlights, sports Reduce dimensions (480p) to keep file size down
YouTube Clips Viral moments, highlights, reactions Download video first, then convert specific segment

Optimal Conversion Settings

Duration Guidelines:

  • 2-3 seconds: Quick reactions, short loops—under 500KB
  • 5-7 seconds: Tutorial snippets, gameplay—1-2MB
  • 10+ seconds: Extended scenes—optimize heavily or use WebP instead

FPS Selection:

  • 10 FPS: Standard for social media—smooth enough, small files
  • 15 FPS: Balanced—good motion clarity without excessive size
  • 24 FPS: Source video framerate—use for high-quality screen recordings only

Dimensions by Platform:

  • 480x270px (480p): Twitter/Discord—fast load times
  • 640x360px (360p): Websites/Slack—quality/size balance
  • 320x180px: Messaging apps—minimal file size

File Size Control

Target sizes: Under 1MB for Twitter (limit), under 2MB for Discord, under 500KB for Slack

Reduction strategies: Trim duration (3-5 seconds max), lower resolution (480p), reduce FPS (10 instead of 24), use GIF Optimizer after conversion

Pro Conversion Tips

  • Identify Best Segment: Watch video first, note exact timestamps for 3-5 second highlight
  • Avoid Text-Heavy Clips: Lower resolution makes small text unreadable—choose visually clear scenes
  • Test Platform Limits: Twitter max 15MB upload, but under 1MB loads faster—optimize accordingly
  • Use Source Quality: Start with highest quality video—downscaling preserves detail better than upscaling
  • Preview Before Download: Check loop smoothness and readability before finalizing

Quick Reference

Max Video Size
100MB upload limit
Max GIF Duration
30 seconds (3-5s recommended)
Recommended FPS
10-15 for most clips
Best Dimensions
480x270px or 640x360px
Processing Time
10-60 seconds per clip

Privacy & Security

Your videos are processed securely and auto-deleted within 1 hour. No permanent storage. All transfers encrypted via HTTPS.

Frequently Asked Questions

Supported formats: MP4, MOV, AVI, WebM, MKV, FLV, WMV—essentially all common video formats up to 100MB. Modern codecs (H.264, H.265/HEVC, VP9) work best for quality. If your video plays in a browser or media player, it will likely convert successfully. Vertical videos (phone recordings) work perfectly—dimensions are auto-detected and preserved.

Use the timeline scrubber to preview and set start/end points. Best practices: (1) Choose 2-5 second segments for reactions/highlights. (2) Avoid slow-motion sections—they create huge files. (3) Pick visually clear moments—avoid dark or blurry frames. (4) For tutorials, capture single actions (one click, one menu, one step). (5) Test loop—ensure end flows back to start smoothly.

10 FPS: Default for social media GIFs—smooth enough, small files (under 1MB for 3-5 seconds). 15 FPS: Balanced option for screen recordings where UI clarity matters. 20-24 FPS: Match source video for high-quality content—significantly larger files (2-5MB). Most video is 24-30 FPS; sampling at 10 FPS means using every 2nd-3rd frame—still appears smooth for short clips.

Large files result from: High resolution (1080p → 5-10MB), long duration (10+ seconds), high FPS (24 instead of 10), complex visuals (many colors/gradients). Solutions: Reduce to 480p (biggest impact—reduces by 70%), trim to 3-5 seconds, lower FPS to 10, use GIF Optimizer after conversion (30-60% reduction). Twitter's 15MB limit is generous—target under 1-2MB for fast loading.

Yes! After creating your GIF, use: GIF Editor to trim unwanted frames, adjust timing, or reorder. GIF Text Tool to add captions, subtitles, or watermarks. GIF Optimizer to reduce file size by 30-60% without visible quality loss. Convert first, edit second—this workflow maintains better quality than applying everything during initial conversion.

Twitter/Discord: 480x270px (480p)—loads fast, looks good in feeds. Slack/Forums: 640x360px—slightly higher quality. Messaging (iMessage/WhatsApp): 320x180px—minimal file size. Websites: Match your content width (usually 600-800px). Most platforms auto-scale, so prioritize file size over resolution—480p is the sweet spot for 95% of use cases.

Technically yes, but legally complex. Tool doesn't block copyrighted content, but you're responsible for legal use. Fair use may allow short clips (2-5 seconds) for commentary, criticism, parody, or education—but this varies by jurisdiction and context. Sharing reaction GIFs on social media is generally tolerated (transformative use), but redistributing full scenes or monetizing content crosses legal lines. When in doubt, use your own videos or royalty-free sources.

Yes, completely free with generous limits! Free tier: 100MB max video size, up to 30 seconds of GIF output, all standard dimensions and FPS settings, no watermarks. Processing typically takes 10-60 seconds depending on video length and settings. Free tier covers 95% of use cases—most GIFs are 2-5 seconds and well under 1MB. Advanced features (batch conversion, higher resolution) may require paid plan.
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