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MP4 to GIF

Convert an MP4 video into an animated GIF, right in your browser. No upload, no watermark.

Processed locally in your browser — nothing is uploaded.

MP4 is the format most videos come in — phone recordings, screen captures, downloads — so it's the most common starting point for making a GIF. MP4 to GIF converts your clip into a looping animated GIF in your browser, with nothing uploaded, so it works even for a private screen recording.

How to mp4 to gif

  1. 1. Add your MP4 video.
  2. 2. The clip is converted to an animated GIF frame by frame.
  3. 3. Download the GIF.

When to use MP4 to GIF

Screen recordings

Most screen-capture tools export MP4 — turn that recording into a GIF that autoplays in issues and chats.

Phone video clips

Convert a short MP4 from your phone into a shareable looping GIF.

Downloaded clips

Turn a saved MP4 moment into a reusable reaction GIF.

Trim before you convert

GIF size scales with clip length, so convert only the seconds you need. A 3–5 second MP4 makes a nicely shareable GIF; a 30-second one becomes an unwieldy file. If yours is long, shorten it first, and resize down if the dimensions are large.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a length limit?

No fixed limit, but longer clips make much larger GIFs. Keep it to a few seconds for a manageable file.

Is my MP4 uploaded?

No — the conversion runs in your browser with ffmpeg, so your video stays on your device.

Can I make the GIF smaller?

Yes — resize it or run it through Compress GIF after converting.

Your file is processed entirely in your browser and never uploaded — read more on the security page. Looking for more? Browse our full set of GIF tools or read guides on the blog.