Convert Video to GIF Online for Free
This free video to GIF converter turns a clip from an MP4, WebM or MOV file into an animated GIF. Trim the exact start and end, choose the width and frame rate, change the speed, and play it forward, in reverse or as a boomerang. The converter runs fully in your browser, so your video is never uploaded and the GIF has no watermark.
Use it to make reaction GIFs, tutorial snippets, product demos, memes and short loops for WhatsApp, Discord, Slack, email or your website.
How to Make a GIF from a Video
- Select or drop a video file.
- Set the start and end with the sliders, or press Start = now and End = now while the video plays.
- Choose width, FPS, speed, direction and loop options.
- Press Convert to GIF, then download the result.
Features
- Precise trimming with a Play selection preview
- Width from 240px to 720px and 5 to 20 FPS
- 0.5x to 2x speed, reverse and boomerang modes
- Loop forever or play once, with optional smooth color dithering
- Progress bar, cancel button and instant GIF preview with file size
Tips for Smaller GIFs
GIF files grow quickly. For a smaller file, keep the clip under 5 seconds, use a width of 320 or 480 pixels, and lower the frame rate to 8 or 10 FPS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is my video uploaded to a server?
No. The video is read and converted locally in your browser, and nothing is uploaded anywhere.
Which video formats work?
MP4, WebM and MOV work as long as your browser can play them. MP4 with H.264 video is the safest choice.
How long can the GIF be?
A GIF can have up to 300 frames, for example 30 seconds at 10 FPS. Shorter clips make smaller files.
How do I make the GIF file smaller?
Shorten the clip, choose a smaller width such as 320px, lower the frame rate, or turn off color dithering.
Can I reverse the GIF or make a boomerang?
Yes. Choose Reverse or Boomerang under Direction before converting.
Is it free and watermark-free?
Yes. It is completely free, needs no sign-up and adds no watermark.