How to convert MP4 to GIF
To convert MP4 to GIF, upload your MP4 file, choose GIF as the output format and press Convert. The finished GIF file is ready to save to your phone or computer in seconds, free, with no watermark and no sign-up. Your file is deleted from our server about 30 minutes after the conversion.
This free online converter turns MP4 video files into GIF in your browser, with no software to install and no watermark. The conversion runs on our server using ffmpeg, and the result is ready to save to your phone or computer in seconds. Your MP4 file is deleted automatically about 30 minutes after the conversion.
Why convert MP4 to GIF?
- Animations that play everywhere
- Tiny files for flat graphics
- Supported by chat apps and social sites
- Opens in: every browser, chat app and social platform
What to expect from this conversion
- The first 30 seconds are converted at 12 frames per second and up to 480 pixels wide, which keeps the GIF a sensible size. Choose a resolution in the options if you need it larger.
- GIF has no sound and only 256 colours, so the GIF looks rougher and is much bigger than the original video.
MP4 vs GIF
| Property | MP4 | GIF |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | MPEG-4 Part 14 | Graphics Interchange Format |
| Released | 2001, ISO/IEC (MPEG) | 1987, CompuServe |
| Family | Video | Image |
| Opens in | Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, smart TVs, game consoles and every major browser | every browser, chat app and social platform |
| Best for | uploading to YouTube, Instagram, TikTok and WhatsApp; sharing a video that has to play everywhere | short looping animations and memes; simple icons |
Steps to convert MP4 to GIF
- Drop your MP4 file onto the converter, or click to choose it.
- Check that GIF is selected as the target format and adjust the options if you want.
- Press Convert, then save the new GIF file to your device when it finishes.
Tips for the best result
- Choose a lower resolution to keep the GIF small.
- Trim long videos first: only the first 30 seconds are used.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert MP4 to GIF?
Drop your MP4 file on the converter, confirm that GIF is the target format and press Convert. When it finishes, press Save to device or download the GIF file. No account or software is needed.
Is the MP4 to GIF converter free?
Yes. It is free, with no watermark, no sign-up and no limit on how many files you convert. The site is supported by ads.
What should I know before converting MP4 to GIF?
The first 30 seconds are converted at 12 frames per second and up to 480 pixels wide, which keeps the GIF a sensible size. Choose a resolution in the options if you need it larger. GIF has no sound and only 256 colours, so the GIF looks rougher and is much bigger than the original video.
How long can the GIF be?
The first 30 seconds of the video are converted. Longer videos are trimmed so the GIF stays a usable size.
Which programs open GIF files?
GIF files open in every browser, chat app and social platform.
How large a file can I convert?
Up to 500 MB per file. Files are deleted from the server about 30 minutes after conversion, and no one looks at them.