Convert GIF to MP4
Drop an animated GIF and get an MP4 back — typically a fraction of the original size with better colour accuracy and smoother playback. The first time you use this tool the video engine downloads once (~26 MB); after that the browser uses its cached copy. Your file never leaves your device.
About GIF to MP4
GIF is a palette-indexed format limited to 256 colours per frame and no audio. It was designed for simple graphics in 1987 and its compression is poor by modern standards — an animated GIF is often 5–20× larger than the equivalent MP4 for the same visual content. Converting to MP4 dramatically reduces file size while preserving every frame of the animation at higher colour fidelity.
The output uses H.264 video in an MP4 container with the YUV 4:2:0 colour space required for broad playback on iOS, macOS, and older Android devices. The moov atom is placed at the start of the file (“faststart”) so browsers can begin playback immediately without buffering the entire file.
Is it private?
Yes. The converter is WebAssembly and browser APIs running on your own machine. Nothing is uploaded, stored, or seen by us — there is no server to send files to.
Frequently asked questions
- How much smaller will the MP4 be than the GIF?
- It varies, but an animated GIF is often 5 to 20 times larger than the equivalent MP4 for the same visual content. Converting to MP4 reduces file size dramatically while preserving every frame of the animation.
- Are my files uploaded to a server?
- No. The converter is WebAssembly and browser APIs running on your own machine. Nothing is uploaded, stored, or seen by us, and there is no server to send files to.
- Is it free, and do I need an account?
- It is free with no watermarks, no daily caps, and no sign-up. Drop a GIF, convert it, and download the MP4.
- Why does the first conversion take a moment to start?
- The first time you use this tool the video engine downloads once (about 26 MB). After that the browser uses its cached copy, so later conversions start without that download.