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Video to GIF

Turn a short video clip into a looping animated GIF.

.mp4.mov.webm
Frame rate

Output width in pixels. Height is scaled automatically.

About the Video to GIF

Turn any short video into a looping animated GIF right in your browser — no upload, no account, no watermark. Handytool's video-to-GIF converter works with MP4, MOV, and WebM files, lets you pick the frame rate and output width, and produces a clean GIF you can share anywhere. All processing happens on your device, so your footage never leaves your computer.

Video to GIF features

  • 01

    Choose the frame rate and width

    Pick 10, 15, or 24 FPS and a target width from 240 px to 640 px. Higher numbers mean smoother motion and sharper frames; lower numbers keep the file tiny for chat or social posts.

  • 02

    Trim to just the part you want

    Set a start and end time so only the moment you care about becomes a GIF. Shorter loops also keep the file size down — most GIFs are tiny when kept under five seconds.

  • 03

    Browser-only and private

    Powered by FFmpeg compiled to WebAssembly, the converter runs entirely on your device. Your video is never uploaded, so even sensitive clips stay completely private.

Video to GIF FAQ

How do I convert a video to a GIF?
Drop your MP4, MOV, or WebM clip into the tool, set the start and end time, choose a frame rate and width, then click Convert. When it's finished, download the GIF or drag it straight into chat.
Why is my GIF so large?
GIF is an old format and gets big fast. Keep the clip under five seconds, lower the FPS to 10–15, and reduce the width to 320 px or 480 px to get a shareable size.
Is there a length limit?
The tool supports video files up to 1 GB, but for practical GIFs we recommend keeping the selected segment under about 10 seconds — longer GIFs get huge and lose detail.
Are my videos uploaded to a server?
No. The conversion runs entirely in your browser with WebAssembly. Your file never leaves your device.
What frame rate should I pick?
10 FPS is great for screen recordings and static-camera clips — they look smooth and stay small. 15 FPS is a good middle ground for most content. 24 FPS feels close to the original but produces much larger files.

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