Convert video clips to animated GIFs
Use this video-to-GIF maker to select a short section of a video and turn it into a looping animation. Adjust the trim range, frame rate, output width and color palette to balance smooth motion against file size. Conversion runs in the browser using FFmpeg WebAssembly.
How to make a GIF from a video
- Choose a short MP4 or WebM video under 50 MB.
- Set the start and end times for a clip no longer than 15 seconds.
- Choose a frame rate and output width.
- Start conversion and wait for the progress indicator.
- Preview the animation, then download the GIF.
Reduce GIF file size
GIF files can be much larger than MP4 because every frame is stored as indexed-color image data. If the output is too large, trim the clip, reduce the width, choose fewer frames per second or use a smaller color palette. The right balance depends on how much motion and detail the clip contains.
Frequently asked questions
Does conversion upload my video?
No. The selected video is read in your browser and processed with FFmpeg WebAssembly. The converter does download the runtime files on first use.
Why does the first conversion take time?
The browser must download and initialize FFmpeg WebAssembly. Conversion speed also depends on device performance and clip complexity.
Why is my GIF bigger than the video?
GIF uses a limited color palette and stores animation frames differently from modern video codecs. Shorter clips and smaller dimensions usually help.
Can I convert long videos?
This tool limits each selected clip to 15 seconds to avoid excessive browser memory use. Trim longer videos into shorter sections first.