MP4 to GIF Converter
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Use this MP4 to GIF converter to turn MP4 files into GIF right in your browser — ideal for short looping animations, simple web graphics and reaction clips. MP4 uses lossy compression and GIF uses lossless compression, so file size and quality can change.
When should you convert MP4 to GIF?
- To get GIF's built-in advantage: supports animation
- To move past MP4's common limitation: lossy compression
- To open your files in apps that prefer GIF
- To share GIF files more easily
About MP4 and GIF files
MP4 video
Strengths
- plays almost everywhere
- good quality-to-size
- widely supported
Limitations
- lossy compression
- less flexible than MKV
GIF image
Strengths
- supports animation
- widely supported
- supports transparency
Limitations
- only 256 colors
- large files for video-like content
MP4 vs GIF
| Format | MP4 | GIF |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossy | Lossless |
| Transparency | — | Yes |
| Best for | streaming and sharing and playback on any device | short looping animations and simple web graphics |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is this MP4 to GIF converter free?
- Yes. You can convert MP4 to GIF online for free, with no account and no watermark.
- Do I need to install software or sign up?
- No. The conversion runs entirely in your browser — no installs and no account required.
- Why convert to GIF instead of staying with MP4?
- GIF is known for being supports animation — that's what you gain by converting instead of keeping the MP4 file.
- Are my files safe?
- Yes. Files are processed only to complete the conversion and are auto-deleted after 2 hours. We never share them.
- Can I convert multiple MP4 files at once?
- Yes. Drop several files to convert them in a batch and download the results as a single ZIP.