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GIF Toolkit

GIF Maker

Create animated GIFs from videos or images. Free, fast and easy to use.

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Video to GIF

Turn an MP4, WebM or MOV clip into a GIF.

Images to GIF

Combine JPG, PNG or WebP images into an animated GIF.

GIF Compressor

Shrink a GIF's file size without starting over.

GIF Resizer

Change a GIF's width and height.

GIF to MP4

Convert a GIF into a smaller, sharper MP4 video.

How it works

  1. 1. Upload

    Choose a video or a set of images from your device.

  2. 2. Edit

    Trim, reorder and adjust size, frame rate and quality.

  3. 3. Download

    Preview the result and save the GIF to your device.

Why use this tool

  • Free. No sign-up cost or hidden limits on the core tools.
  • No watermark. The GIF you download is the GIF you get.
  • No account required. Use any tool immediately.
  • Fast. Most conversions run in your browser, so there’s no upload wait for typical clip sizes.
  • Privacy-conscious. Processing happens on your device where possible — files aren’t sent to a server unless a tool says otherwise.

Making GIFs: the basics

Video vs. GIF

A GIF autoplays and loops everywhere with no player controls, which makes it convenient for short reactions and clips. An MP4 video is far more efficient at storing the same motion, so it’s the better choice whenever file size or quality matters more than universal autoplay.

Recommended GIF settings

10–15 FPS and a width around 480–640px is a reasonable default for most clips. Push FPS higher only for fast motion, since every added frame increases file size.

GIF file size considerations

Length, frame rate, width and color complexity all add directly to file size. Trimming a clip by a second or two, or reducing the width by 20–30%, is usually the fastest way to bring a GIF under a size limit.

How to make a GIF

Upload a video or image set, choose the portion or order you want to use, set frame rate and width, then create and download. The GIF Maker tool covers each step in detail.

Frequently asked questions

What is a GIF?
A GIF (Graphics Interchange Format) is an image format that supports short, looping animations without sound. Browsers and messaging apps play them automatically, which is why they’re widely used for reactions, short clips and simple animations.
How do I make a GIF?
Upload a video or a set of images, choose the section or order you want, set the frame rate and size, then create and download the GIF. The GIF Maker tool walks through each of these steps.
Should I use a GIF or a video?
Use a GIF when you need something that autoplays and loops anywhere, like a chat app or forum post. Use a video (MP4) when quality and file size matter more, since MP4 compresses far better than GIF for the same content.
What GIF settings should I use?
For most clips, 10–15 frames per second and a width of 480–640px keeps the file reasonably small while still looking smooth. Increase FPS for fast motion, or lower the width if the file is too large.
Why is my GIF file so large?
GIFs store every frame as indexed color images, so length, frame rate, dimensions and color complexity all add up quickly. Trimming the clip, lowering the frame rate, or reducing the width are the most effective ways to cut file size.