Convert MP4 to GIF
Free online MP4 to GIF converter.
Choose .mp4 files
or drag and drop — multiple files supported
Max 200 MB for video · 100 MB for other files
Why convert MP4 to GIF?
GIFs are the universal format for short, looping animations on the web. Converting a video clip to GIF lets you share it on platforms that don't support video in comments or messages, create reaction GIFs, or embed animated content in presentations and emails.
Common use cases
- Creating reaction GIFs from movie clips
- Making short demos for documentation
- Sharing animations in Slack or Discord
- Creating looping graphics for presentations
How to convert MP4 to GIF
- Click "Choose a .mp4 file" or drag and drop your MP4 file into the upload area.
- Select your preferred quality level — high quality keeps the best fidelity, smaller file prioritizes file size.
- Your file uploads directly to our secure servers and conversion starts automatically.
- Once finished, click "Download" to save your converted GIF file.
Tips for MP4 to GIF conversion
- Keep your source video short — under 10 seconds is ideal. GIF files grow rapidly with length.
- GIFs are limited to 256 colors. Videos with lots of gradients or color variety will look posterized.
- The output is capped at 480px wide. For larger dimensions, the video is automatically scaled down.
- We cap GIF conversion at 30 seconds to prevent enormous output files.
About MP4 and GIF formats
.MP4 format
MP4 (MPEG-4 Part 14) is the most widely used video container format. It stores video, audio, subtitles, and metadata in a single file. Compatible with virtually all devices, browsers, and media players.
.GIF format
GIF supports simple animations and transparency with a 256-color palette. Widely used for short animations, memes, and simple graphics on the web.
Frequently asked questions
Why is my GIF file so large?
GIF is an inefficient format — every frame is stored as a full image with a 256-color palette. A 5-second video clip can produce a 20-50 MB GIF. For better file sizes, consider using MP4 or WebM, which most modern platforms now support.
Can I control the GIF quality and size?
Yes — our Low quality setting produces smaller files (240px wide, 5fps), while High quality preserves more detail (480px, 10fps). For most social media use, Medium is the sweet spot.
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Privacy and security
Your files are encrypted during upload using 256-bit SSL and are automatically deleted from our servers within 24 hours. We never share, sell, or access your files. All conversions happen on isolated, ephemeral servers.