[← Free tools](https://tryflowdrive.com/tools) # MP4 to GIF converter

 Convert MP4 (the universal H.264 video format) into GIF, which a silent, looping animated image. Everything happens locally in your browser — no uploads, no servers, and no waiting in a queue.

  100% private — your file is processed locally and never leaves your device.

  Drag & drop your video here

 or click to browse — MP4, MOV, MKV, AVI, WebM up to 2 GB

 FAQ ## MP4 to GIF — common questions

 ### Is the MP4 to GIF converter free?

 Yes — it's completely free, with no sign-up, no watermark, and no limit on how many files you convert.

### Are my MP4 files uploaded to a server?

 No. The conversion runs entirely in your browser, so your MP4 file never leaves your device and is never uploaded.

### How do I convert MP4 to GIF?

 Drop your MP4 file into the tool above, then click the convert button. The GIF file is generated locally and ready to download in moments.

### Will I lose quality converting MP4 to GIF?

 GIFs use a limited color palette, so expect some quality reduction — keep clips short for the best result.

### Does this work on mobile?

 Yes — it runs in any modern browser on desktop or mobile, with nothing to install.

 Related ## Other conversions

 [MOV → GIF](https://tryflowdrive.com/tools/mov-to-gif)[MKV → GIF](https://tryflowdrive.com/tools/mkv-to-gif)[WebM → GIF](https://tryflowdrive.com/tools/webm-to-gif)[MP4 → WebM](https://tryflowdrive.com/tools/mp4-to-webm)[MP4 → MOV](https://tryflowdrive.com/tools/mp4-to-mov)[MP4 → AVI](https://tryflowdrive.com/tools/mp4-to-avi)

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