MP4 to GIF Offline Converter
Convert MP4 videos to animated GIF completely offline in your browser
Drop your MP4 video here
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GIF Settings
Converted GIFs
Why Use This MP4 to GIF Converter?
MP4 Clip to GIF
Turn any MP4 clip into a shareable GIF in seconds.
Quality Optimized
Palette-based optimization ensures the best possible GIF quality from your MP4.
No Upload Needed
Your MP4 file never leaves your browser. 100% private conversion.
Technical Details
- The GIF is made in two passes: ffmpeg first builds an optimised 256-colour palette from your clip (palettegen), then encodes the GIF with that palette (paletteuse). This avoids the banding of a generic palette.
- Frames are sampled at 5, 10, 15 or 24 FPS and resized to 320, 480, 640 or 800 pixels wide with Lanczos scaling, keeping the aspect ratio.
- Set a start time and duration to convert only part of the video, and choose whether the GIF loops forever, plays once or loops three times.
- Several MP4 files can be converted in one go, all inside your browser.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best way to convert an MP4 to GIF?
Use this offline tool to convert your MP4 directly in the browser. No upload needed - just select your MP4, choose your GIF settings, and download the result instantly.
Why is my GIF file larger than the original MP4?
GIFs store every frame without inter-frame compression, unlike MP4 which uses highly efficient video codecs. Reduce FPS, width, or duration to shrink the GIF file size.
What FPS should I use when converting MP4 to GIF?
10 FPS works well for most content. Use 15-24 FPS for smooth motion like sports highlights or animations from your MP4 file.
How do I make the GIF smaller?
Lower the FPS, reduce the width, or shorten the duration. Width and duration usually make the biggest difference.
Can I convert just one part of the video?
Yes. Enter a start time and a duration in seconds; leave the duration empty to convert to the end of the video.