New ffmpeg.wasm tool

Browser-Side Video to GIF Converter

Convert a short video range to an animated GIF with browser-side processing. The FFmpeg engine is hosted with the site and loads only when you start converting.

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Video to GIF Converter

Convert a short local video range to an animated GIF with width, FPS, color, and range controls.

Drop video here or click to upload

Short MP4 or WEBM clips work best for GIF output.

Max file size: 200MB

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Mobile processing guidance

On mobile, start with a 1-5 second MP4/WebM range, moderate width, and low FPS.

File limit

Max 200MB input; short ranges are strongly recommended.

Low-memory risk

GIF output can grow quickly and use extra memory when width, FPS, or colors are high.

Retry path

If conversion stalls, stop and retry with a shorter range, lower width, lower FPS, or fewer colors.

GIF settings

Keep GIFs short. Lower width, FPS, and colors usually reduce file size.

GIF range0:00 - 0:03

Start seconds

End seconds

Output width

FPS

Colors

Clip length

0:03

Output

GIF

Engine

ffmpeg.wasm

GIF files grow quickly. If the output is too large or slow on mobile, shorten the range first, then lower width, FPS, or colors.

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Next step

Choose a short MP4 or WebM first. A 1-5 second range is the safest starting point for GIF output.

GIF output

Preview and download the animated GIF created in your browser.

Upload a video, choose a short range, and convert it to preview the GIF here.

FFmpeg is designed to run inside the browser only after you start conversion, based on the current public implementation.

Quick answer

A video to GIF converter turns a selected video range into an animated image.

This browser-side version is best for short clips with modest width and FPS.

Best inputs

Short clips

GIF files grow quickly, so a 1-5 second range is usually easier to share.

Clear loop moment

Pick a range with simple motion and avoid long transitions or camera shake.

Mobile and slower devices

Use very short ranges and lower width/FPS on mobile because GIF generation can be memory intensive.

GIF conversion method

The tool uses ffmpeg.wasm to sample frames, build a palette, and export an animated GIF.

FPS controls animation smoothness and file size.

Width controls pixel count and output weight.

Color count affects visual richness and compression.

Real examples

Use these practical examples to match inputs, settings, and expected output before running the tool.

README interaction GIF

Export a short UI moment for docs or README files.

Input

A 10 second MP4 screen recording of a button interaction.

Settings

Range: 2.0s to 4.5s
Width: 480px
FPS: 10

Expected output

A short looping GIF that shows the interaction without audio.

Bug report loop

Create a tiny animation showing a reproducible visual issue.

Input

A WebM capture of a modal opening and closing unexpectedly.

Settings

Range: 0.5s to 3.0s
Width: 420px
Colors: 64

Expected output

A compact GIF loop suitable for an issue comment.

Social teaser

Turn a small product moment into a social preview GIF.

Input

A product demo clip with simple motion.

Settings

Range: 1.0s to 5.0s
Width: 540px
FPS: 12

Expected output

A readable animated preview that avoids full video embedding.

Common mistakes to avoid

These checks help prevent bad outputs, failed exports, and confusing results.

Choosing a long range

GIFs grow quickly. Keep loops short, usually a few seconds, before raising width or FPS.

Using full video resolution

A wide GIF can become enormous. Lower width first, then adjust FPS and color count.

Expecting audio

GIF is silent by design. Use video conversion or compression when audio needs to stay with the clip.

Common use cases

Use these scenarios to decide which input, assumption, or follow-up tool fits this specific task.

Docs snippets

Turn a short product interaction into a README or help article GIF.

Social previews

Create a lightweight animated teaser from a video moment.

Bug reports

Share a tiny visual loop with browser-side processing.

Landing pages

Create small motion previews when video embedding is overkill.

Frequently asked questions

How is video converted to GIF?

The selected video range is designed to be processed in your browser with ffmpeg.wasm based on the current public implementation. Avoid sensitive files unless you have reviewed the implementation.

Why should GIF clips be short?

GIF files can become very large quickly. Short ranges, lower width, lower FPS, and fewer colors keep output more practical.

Which video formats work best?

MP4 and WebM are the safest first inputs. Other containers depend on browser and FFmpeg support.

Can the GIF include audio?

No. GIF is an image animation format and does not contain audio.

How is video converted to GIF?

The selected video range is designed to be processed in your browser with ffmpeg.wasm based on the current public implementation. Avoid sensitive files unless you have reviewed the implementation.