Video to GIF Converter

Video to GIF Online Converter

With GIF Monster’s Video-to-GIF converter, you can turn almost any common video file into a high-quality animated GIF. We support MP4, MOV, AVI, WebM, FLV, WMV, and many other formats — whether you’re uploading from your computer, dropping in from your phone, or pulling a clip you already have on hand. Everything runs directly in the browser with the help of our cloud processing, so you don’t need to install software or worry about compatibility.

Once your video is uploaded, you’ll choose the exact portion you want to convert. Use the Start (s) and End (s) fields to set your in- and out-points, or just leave them as-is to generate a short GIF from the beginning of your clip. The converter will automatically read your video’s duration, so you can grab just the moment you need without guesswork. You can also fine-tune the frame rate (fps), output width, and loop count, which let you control the balance between smooth playback and compact file size.

Behind the scenes, we use a two-step encoding process to maximize both speed and quality. First, a color palette is built from your video segment to preserve as much visual detail as possible. Then that palette is applied during conversion to produce a GIF that looks sharp but remains efficient. Our quality presets give you flexibility: “High” retains maximum colors, “Default” balances size and clarity, and “Lo-Fi” creates smaller files that load lightning fast.

Processing time depends on your chosen settings. Higher frame rates and larger dimensions mean bigger files and longer conversions, while lower frame rates or reduced widths finish much more quickly. As a rule of thumb, a 10 fps GIF of ~30 seconds is about the upper end of what makes sense for file size and shareability. If you need a longer moment, consider dropping the fps down to 5 for a smoother workflow.

When the conversion is complete, you’ll see a live preview of your GIF right on the page. From there, you can hit Download to save it directly — no new windows, no redirects. We also display key details like the total file size and number of frames so you know exactly what you’re working with. And because the entire process is streamlined, you can iterate: upload, tweak settings, convert again, until you land on the perfect loop.

In short: upload your video, trim it, set your options, and convert. Within seconds you’ll have a crisp, shareable GIF ready for memes, presentations, tutorials, or wherever your creativity takes you.

• Supported: MP4, MOV, WebM
• Tip: Shorter clips + lower width/FPS = smaller GIFs