Key Statistics
5-30 FPS for size/quality balance Frame rate options
320px-1280px for any platform Width options
FFmpeg-powered high-quality encoding Processing
Convert Video to GIF - Free, Private, No Upload
Drop your video below to create a GIF from any segment. Set precise start and end times, choose your frame rate (10-30 FPS), and pick output width. Uses optimized palette generation for high-quality results. All processing happens in your browser; your video never uploads anywhere. Works offline after first load.* All processing happens in your browser - videos never uploaded
* Uses optimized palette generation for high-quality GIFs
* Shorter clips and lower frame rates produce smaller files
What is GIF Maker?
GIF Maker is a free browser-based tool for converting video clips to animated GIFs. Using FFmpeg with optimized palette generation, it creates smooth, high-quality GIFs with customizable frame rates and dimensions. Perfect for creating shareable animations, memes, or reaction GIFs from any video.
Ideal for social media content, Slack reactions, documentation, or any context where you need a looping animation without audio.
How does GIF Maker work?
- 01 Drag and drop a video file or click to browse
- 02 Use the timeline sliders to select your start and end points
- 03 Adjust frame rate (10-30 FPS) and output width as needed
- 04 Click "Create GIF" to generate your animation
- 05 Preview the result and download your GIF
Why use a browser-based tool?
- Privacy first: Video never leaves your device - no server uploads
- Optimized quality: Advanced palette generation for smooth color gradients
- Full control: Adjust timing, frame rate, and size to your needs
- Instant preview: See your GIF before downloading
- Offline capable: Works without internet after first page load
Common Questions
How do I get a smaller GIF file size?
Use a shorter clip duration, lower frame rate (10-15 FPS), and smaller width (320-480px). These settings significantly reduce file size while maintaining visual quality for most use cases.
Why does GIF creation take longer than video trimming?
GIF encoding requires generating an optimized color palette and encoding each frame individually. This two-pass process ensures high quality but takes more processing time than simple video operations.
What video formats can I convert to GIF?
Most common formats work including MP4, WebM, MOV, AVI, and MKV. Any video your browser can play should work with this tool.
Is there a maximum video length for GIF conversion?
No hard limit, but GIFs work best for short clips (2-10 seconds). Longer clips create very large files and may take significant time to process in-browser.
Can I use these GIFs on social media?
Yes! GIFs work on Twitter, Slack, Discord, Reddit, and most platforms. For best results, keep file size under 15MB for optimal uploading and playback.