MP4 to GIF — Free & Private
Convert MP4 video clips to animated GIF files directly in your browser. No upload, no account — powered by FFmpeg WASM.
Tip: For best results, use short clips (under 30 seconds). GIF files can be large — longer clips may take a while to process.
Drag & drop files here, or click to browse
Files are processed entirely on your device and are never uploaded to any server.
Frequently Asked Questions about MP4 to GIF conversion
What video formats can I convert to GIF?
MP4 is the primary supported format. MOV and other common video formats may also work — just try uploading and the converter will handle it.
Why are GIF files so large?
GIFs use a lossless palette-based compression that is far less efficient than modern video codecs. A 5-second GIF can easily be 10-20x larger than the equivalent MP4.
What is the output GIF resolution?
Output GIFs are scaled to 480px wide by default (maintaining aspect ratio) at 10 frames per second — optimized for sharing on social media and messaging apps.
How long can the video be?
Technically unlimited, but we recommend clips under 30 seconds. Longer clips result in very large GIF files and slower processing in the browser.
Are my video files kept private?
Yes. All conversion happens locally in your browser via FFmpeg WASM — your video is never uploaded to any server.