Convert GIF to MP4 online in seconds — free, with no sign-up. MP4 is lossy and ideal for sharing and publishing video anywhere. Your files are encrypted and deleted automatically after 24 hours.
GIF
Graphics Interchange Format — An old format limited to 256 colors that supports simple animation but produces large files.
MP4
MPEG-4 (H.264) — The universal video container — plays on virtually every device, browser and platform.
How to convert GIF to MP4
- 1Upload your GIF file
Click “Choose a file” or drag and drop your GIF file onto the page — no sign-up or email needed.
- 2Convert to MP4
MP4 is already selected as the output. Open Options to fine-tune quality if you like, then click Convert.
- 3Download your MP4 file
Your MP4 file is ready in seconds — click Download to save it. Files are automatically deleted after 24 hours.
GIF vs MP4
| GIF | MP4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Graphics Interchange Format | MPEG-4 (H.264) |
| Type | Raster image | Video |
| Compression | Lossless | Lossy |
| Best for | short looping animations and simple flat graphics | sharing and publishing video anywhere |
Frequently asked questions
Does converting GIF to MP4 lose quality?
GIF is lossless and MP4 is compressed, so a small amount of data is discarded. We use a high-quality default, so the MP4 file looks identical to the original to the human eye while being much smaller.
What's the difference between GIF and MP4?
Graphics Interchange Format (GIF) is lossless and best for short looping animations and simple flat graphics. MPEG-4 (H.264) (MP4) is lossy and best for sharing and publishing video anywhere. Convert GIF to MP4 when you need a video for sharing and publishing video anywhere.
Is the GIF to MP4 converter free?
Yes — converting GIF to MP4 is completely free. There's no watermark, no sign-up and no email required, and you can convert as many files as you like.
Are my GIF files private and secure?
Yes. Your uploads are encrypted in transit, processed privately, and automatically deleted within 24 hours. We never share, sell or look at your files.
Can I convert GIF to MP4 on iPhone, Android, Mac or Windows?
Yes. The converter runs entirely in your browser, so it works on any device — iPhone, iPad, Android, Mac, Windows or Linux — with nothing to download or install.
How long does it take to convert GIF to MP4?
Most files convert in a few seconds. Larger files take a little longer, and your upload speed is usually the limiting factor. There's no queue and no waiting for an email.
What else can I convert GIF files to?
Besides MP4, you can convert GIF to AVI, AVIF, BMP, FLV, ICO, JPG and more — see the full list of GIF conversions below.
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Last updated July 2026