Choose a supported video, select up to 30 seconds and turn it into a GIF in your browser. Set the frame rate and width below; your video stays on your device.
100 MB input limit · Processing runs on your device · No watermark added
Choose the moment before choosing the settings
A video to GIF converter turns a short video section into an animated image. Start with an action that makes sense without sound, such as a reaction, a quick product demonstration or a visible change in an interface. GIF does not contain an audio track. If the clip depends on narration or music, a video may be the better final format.
Trim to a clip that works as a loop
Set start and end times around the action you need, keeping the selection within 30 seconds. A short clip generally loads and communicates more quickly than a long one. Watch the transition from the final frame back to the first: a small change in the trim can make the loop less abrupt. Loop settings control repeat behavior in compatible viewers; the destination app may still choose its own playback behavior. In our browser test, a short sample MP4 of 35,551 bytes became a 196,606-byte GIF at 320 × 180 px, 10 fps and a two-second selection (20 frames). A second 24,512,320-byte source produced a 443,711-byte GIF at the same dimensions, using seconds 1–3 at 30 fps (60 frames). These are measured examples, not size or speed guarantees: converting a video to GIF can increase its file size. For a GIF intended for an X post, the official limit is up to 5MB from mobile or 15MB from the web. Those are upload limits rather than recommended clip durations; a shorter selection may still need compression to fit.
Balance width, frame rate and file size
Width sets how large the animation can appear without scaling, while frame rate affects motion and the number of encoded frames. A high frame rate may be useful for fast movement, but it also increases processing work and can make the GIF larger. Fine text needs enough width to remain readable. Start with the smallest dimensions and lowest frame rate that still communicate the action clearly, then compare the preview.
Keep the source and inspect the download
Conversion is local and adds no watermark. The first use may download the processing engine. Input files are limited to 100 MB, and available browser memory can impose lower practical limits. Not every video codec can be decoded in the browser. Before sharing, check the downloaded GIF’s motion, duration, dimensions and file size in the app where you plan to use it. Use the compressor afterward if you also need to meet a byte target.
How to use this video to gif converter
- 1Choose a supported video file.
- 2Set start and end times for a clip no longer than 30 seconds.
- 3Choose a width, frame rate and loop behavior.
- 4Convert, review the silent animation and download it.
Before and after
Measured with the same engine that runs in your browser.
| Sample | Size | Output | Frames | Settings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synthetic H.264 MP4 · Chromium 156 · 10 fps | 35 KB → 192 KB | 320 × 180 2.0s | 20 | start: 0 · end: 2 · fps: 10 · width: 320 · loop: true |
| Synthetic H.264 MP4 · Chromium 156 · 30 fps | 23 MB → 433 KB | 320 × 180 2.0s | 60 | start: 1 · end: 3 · fps: 30 · width: 320 · loop: true |
Frequently asked questions
How do I turn part of a video into a GIF?
Choose a supported video and set the start and end times around the part you want. Keep the selected clip within 30 seconds, then convert and review the output.
Why does my converted GIF have no sound?
GIF does not support audio. Use a video format if you need to keep narration, music or other sound.
How do I make a video-to-GIF result smaller?
Select a shorter clip, reduce width or lower the frame rate. If it still exceeds your destination limit, use the GIF compressor on the result.
Does this converter support every video format?
No. The available decoder and the codecs inside your file determine support. H.264 MP4 conversion has been tested in Chromium 156. Support in other browsers depends on their native decoders; Safari and Firefox have not been verified for this release. Check the form’s accepted formats and any error message; changing a filename extension does not change the codec.
Do I need to upload my video or pay to remove a watermark?
This processing tool runs in your browser without uploading your selected video and adds no watermark. Future AI generation plans are separate from this free conversion tool.