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Convert MP4 to GIF
Make a looping GIF from any video clip. Choose the frame rate, width and the part of the video you want.
- Free, no watermark
- Files stay on your device
- No sign-up
Drop your MP4 file here
or
Choose a file to start. It is processed in your browser and never uploaded.
MP4 to GIF in three steps
Choose your file
Drop a MP4 file into the box above or pick one from your computer.
Convert in your browser
RecBeam's converter runs on your own device, so nothing is uploaded anywhere.
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Preview the result and save it. No watermark, no account.
Why convert MP4 to GIF
GIFs play automatically in docs, tickets, chat and README files, which makes them great for short product demos and bug repros.
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Get RecBeam for ChromeHow to convert MP4 to GIF
- Drop your MP4 file (or files) onto the page, or choose them from your computer.
- Press Convert. Everything runs in your browser, so a progress bar shows the work on your own device.
- Download the GIF result.
About MP4 and GIF
MP4 is the most widely supported video container. It usually holds H.264 video with AAC audio and plays on phones, TVs, editing software, social platforms and every major browser.
GIF is an image format that can loop a short animation. It has no sound, a limited palette of 256 colours and gets large quickly, so it suits clips of a few seconds.
When to convert MP4 to GIF
Convert to make a short looping clip you can drop into a document, chat or web page.
Tip
Keep clips short. GIF files grow fast, so trim the video first with the free video trimmer.
Your files stay on your device
This tool runs in your browser. Your files are not uploaded to RecBeam or anywhere else, there is no sign-up and nothing is added to your file. Browse all the free tools.
MP4 to GIF: frequently asked questions
How do I keep the GIF small?
Use a shorter clip, 10 to 12 fps and a width of 480 px or less. GIF size grows quickly with length and resolution.
Does the GIF loop?
Yes, the GIF loops forever.
Is it really free?
Yes. There is no price, no account, no watermark and no limit on how many files you convert.
Are my files uploaded?
No. The conversion runs entirely in your browser on your own computer. Your video never leaves your device.
Is there a file size limit?
Files up to about 1 GB work well. Very large files depend on your computer's memory and can be slow.
Why does the first conversion take longer?
The first time, your browser downloads the converter (about 30 MB). It is cached after that.