MP4 to GIF Converter

Convert video clips to animated GIFs with custom frame rate and resolution. Free, private, and powered by FFmpeg in your browser.

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Drop your MP4 file here or click to upload

Convert MP4 to GIF — free and private

All processing happens in your browser using FFmpeg — files never leave your device

How to Convert MP4 to GIF

  1. Adjust frame rate (10 FPS is good for most GIFs) and width settings
  2. Drop your MP4 video onto the upload area or click to browse
  3. Wait for conversion — the video is processed using FFmpeg in your browser
  4. Preview and download your GIF

Tips for Better GIFs

Keep It Short

GIFs work best for clips under 10 seconds. Longer videos produce very large files. Trim your video first if needed.

Lower the Frame Rate

10 FPS is ideal for most GIFs. Higher frame rates look smoother but significantly increase file size.

Reduce Width

480px width is great for most uses. GIF file size grows exponentially with resolution — a 1080p GIF can be 10x larger than 480p.

Consider WebP or AVIF

For web use, animated WebP or AVIF can be 50-90% smaller than GIF with better quality. Check our format converter.

Best MP4 to GIF Settings

Use 8-12 FPS for most clips and keep width between 320px and 640px. That keeps motion readable without creating a huge GIF.

If the animation is for a website, compare the GIF against MP4 or animated WebP. Modern video formats are usually much smaller and smoother than GIF.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this MP4 to GIF converter free?
Yes, completely free. No signup, no watermarks, no limits. Your video is processed entirely in your browser using FFmpeg WebAssembly — it never gets uploaded to any server.
How large can the MP4 file be?
Since processing happens in your browser, the limit depends on your device's memory. Most devices handle files up to 100MB without issues. For best results, use clips under 30 seconds.
Why is my GIF file so large?
GIF is an old format that's not very efficient. To reduce file size: lower the frame rate (try 8-10 FPS), reduce the width (try 320-480px), and use shorter clips. For web use, consider animated WebP instead.

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