Convert MP4 to GIF online in seconds — free, with no sign-up. GIF is lossless and ideal for short looping animations and simple flat graphics. Your files are encrypted and deleted automatically after 24 hours.
MP4
MPEG-4 (H.264) — The universal video container — plays on virtually every device, browser and platform.
GIF
Graphics Interchange Format — An old format limited to 256 colors that supports simple animation but produces large files.
How to convert MP4 to GIF
- 1Upload your MP4 file
Click “Choose a file” or drag and drop your MP4 file onto the page — no sign-up or email needed.
- 2Convert to GIF
GIF is already selected as the output. Open Options to fine-tune quality if you like, then click Convert.
- 3Download your GIF file
Your GIF file is ready in seconds — click Download to save it. Files are automatically deleted after 24 hours.
MP4 vs GIF
| MP4 | GIF | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | MPEG-4 (H.264) | Graphics Interchange Format |
| Type | Video | Raster image |
| Compression | Lossy | Lossless |
| Best for | sharing and publishing video anywhere | short looping animations and simple flat graphics |
Frequently asked questions
Does converting MP4 to GIF lose quality?
Your MP4 file is already compressed, so converting to lossless GIF can't restore detail that was discarded earlier — but it won't lose any more. The GIF file matches your MP4 file exactly.
What's the difference between MP4 and GIF?
MPEG-4 (H.264) (MP4) is lossy and best for sharing and publishing video anywhere. Graphics Interchange Format (GIF) is lossless and best for short looping animations and simple flat graphics. Convert MP4 to GIF when you need a raster image for short looping animations and simple flat graphics.
Is the MP4 to GIF converter free?
Yes — converting MP4 to GIF 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 MP4 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 MP4 to GIF 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 MP4 to GIF?
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 MP4 files to?
Besides GIF, you can convert MP4 to AAC, AVI, FLAC, FLV, JPG, M4A and more — see the full list of MP4 conversions below.
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Last updated July 2026