How to Convert a Video to a GIF (Free Online)
GIFs are the language of reactions, tutorials and product demos because they autoplay everywhere with no player needed. The Video to GIF tool turns any short clip into a clean animated GIF in your browser — trim the exact moment, set the size, and export with no watermark.
What makes a good GIF
GIFs get big fast, so keep them short (2-6 seconds), modest in width (320-480 px is plenty), and at a sensible frame rate (15 fps looks smooth without bloating the file). The trick is trimming to just the moment that matters rather than exporting a long clip.
How to make a GIF from a video
- Open the Video to GIF tool and drop in your clip. 2. Drag the trim handles to select the section you want. 3. Choose a frame rate and width. 4. Create the GIF and download it. The conversion runs locally, so nothing is uploaded.
Keeping the file size down
If your GIF is too large, lower the width first, then the frame rate, then shorten the clip. Flat content like screen recordings compresses far better than busy, high-motion footage. For longer animations where size matters less, a short MP4 from the Video Converter may be a better fit.
Frequently asked questions
How do I turn a video into a GIF for free?
Open the Video to GIF tool, trim to the part you want, set the frame rate and width, then download — free and watermark-free, in your browser.
Why is my GIF file so large?
GIFs store every frame, so high frame rates, large widths and long durations balloon the size. Reduce the width and frame rate and keep the clip short.
Is there a length limit?
There's no hard limit, but shorter clips make smaller, smoother GIFs. Aim for a few seconds.
Is my video uploaded?
No. The whole conversion happens in your browser, so your footage stays private.
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