MP4 to GIF

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Easily convert MP4 to GIF online instantly and effortlessly. No installation or plugins required. Simply drop your MP4 video into our converter and receive a GIF file in seconds with high-quality playback.

Why choose our MP4 to GIF converter?

You can convert MP4 to GIF on the fly, securely, ad-free and inside your browser.
Developers can get an API to automatically convert their MP4 images to GIF!

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Deliver videos in the best quality and format, adapting automatically to the user’s device, browser, and network. Automatically apply the most efficient format for seamless playback.

Batch Convert MP4 to GIF

Use the converter to batch convert MP4 to GIF, or sign up for the free API to automatically convert all your MP4 videos to GIFs!

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Create workflows that automate video processing, ensuring videos are formatted and ready for fast delivery right after upload.

Versatile Video Format Support

Handle all major video formats: MOV, GIF, AV1, GIF, HEVC, and more. Ensure your videos are delivered in the best format for quality and efficiency.

How to Convert MP4 to GIF

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Add Your MP4 Files

Upload or drag and drop your MP4 files into the browser.

Start Conversion

Select GIF as your output format to begin the conversion

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Once the conversion is complete, download your new GIF files Or sign up for an APIExplore Beyond MP4 to GIF Conversion

Explore Beyond Image Upscale

A woman and a golden retriever in the mountains. They're sitting, facing away from the camera while the dog noses the woman. They're surrounded by natural splendor including majestic mountains, puffy clouds, and evergreen-studded hills. — An un-cropped image overlaid with a cropping window showing how it would be cropped by Cloudinary.

Original: 18 MB
We’re showing a resized version of the original asset to avoid slow loading speeds. View the original.

JPEG: 135 KB
WebP: 135 KB
AVIF: 90 KB
JPEG XL: 94 KB

Original: 18 MB
We’re showing a resized version of the original asset to avoid slow loading speeds. View the original.

JPEG: 135 KB
WebP: 135 KB
AVIF: 90 KB
JPEG XL: 94 KB

Duration: 1:42

Duration: 0:15

URL:

/ar_0.5,c_fill,g_auto,w_433/q_auto/f_auto/hiking_dog_mountain.jpg

cloudinary.image("hiking_dog_mountain.jpg", {transformation: [
  {aspect_ratio: "0.5", gravity: "auto", width: 433, crop: "fill"},
  {quality: "auto"},
  {fetch_format: "auto"}
  ]})

new CloudinaryImage("hiking_dog_mountain.jpg")
  .resize(
    fill()
      .width(433)
      .aspectRatio(0.5)
      .gravity(autoGravity())
  )
  .delivery(quality(auto()))
  .delivery(format(auto()));

new CloudinaryImage("hiking_dog_mountain.jpg")
  .resize(
    fill()
      .width(433)
      .aspectRatio(0.5)
      .gravity(autoGravity())
  )
  .delivery(quality(auto()))
  .delivery(format(auto()));

new CloudinaryImage("hiking_dog_mountain.jpg")
  .resize(
    fill()
      .width(433)
      .aspectRatio(0.5)
      .gravity(autoGravity())
  )
  .delivery(quality(auto()))
  .delivery(format(auto()));

new CloudinaryImage("hiking_dog_mountain.jpg")
  .resize(
    fill()
      .width(433)
      .aspectRatio(0.5)
      .gravity(autoGravity())
  )
  .delivery(quality(auto()))
  .delivery(format(auto()));

CloudinaryImage("hiking_dog_mountain.jpg").image(transformation=[
  {'aspect_ratio': "0.5", 'gravity': "auto", 'width': 433, 'crop': "fill"},
  {'quality': "auto"},
  {'fetch_format': "auto"}
  ])

(new ImageTag('hiking_dog_mountain.jpg'))
	->resize(Resize::fill()->width(433)
->aspectRatio(0.5)
	->gravity(
	Gravity::autoGravity())
	)
	->delivery(Delivery::quality(
	Quality::auto()))
	->delivery(Delivery::format(
	Format::auto()));

cloudinary.url().transformation(new Transformation()
  .aspectRatio("0.5").gravity("auto").width(433).crop("fill").chain()
  .quality("auto").chain()
  .fetchFormat("auto")).imageTag("hiking_dog_mountain.jpg");

cl_image_tag("hiking_dog_mountain.jpg", transformation: [
  {aspect_ratio: "0.5", gravity: "auto", width: 433, crop: "fill"},
  {quality: "auto"},
  {fetch_format: "auto"}
  ])

cloudinary.Api.UrlImgUp.Transform(new Transformation()
  .AspectRatio("0.5").Gravity("auto").Width(433).Crop("fill").Chain()
  .Quality("auto").Chain()
  .FetchFormat("auto")).BuildImageTag("hiking_dog_mountain.jpg")

cloudinary.image('hiking_dog_mountain.jpg').transformation(Transformation()
	.resize(Resize.fill().width(433)
.aspectRatio(0.5)
	.gravity(
	Gravity.autoGravity())
	)
	.delivery(Delivery.quality(
	Quality.auto()))
	.delivery(Delivery.format(
	Format.auto())));

imageView.cldSetImage(cloudinary.createUrl().setTransformation(CLDTransformation()
  .setAspectRatio("0.5").setGravity("auto").setWidth(433).setCrop("fill").chain()
  .setQuality("auto").chain()
  .setFetchFormat("auto")).generate("hiking_dog_mountain.jpg")!, cloudinary: cloudinary)

MediaManager.get().url().transformation(new Transformation()
  .aspectRatio("0.5").gravity("auto").width(433).crop("fill").chain()
  .quality("auto").chain()
  .fetchFormat("auto")).generate("hiking_dog_mountain.jpg");

cloudinary.image('hiking_dog_mountain.jpg').transformation(Transformation()
	.resize(Resize.fill().width(433)
.aspectRatio(0.5)
	.gravity(
	Gravity.autoGravity())
	)
	.delivery(Delivery.quality(
	Quality.auto()))
	.delivery(Delivery.format(
	Format.auto())));

cloudinary.image {
	publicId("hiking_dog_mountain.jpg")
	 resize(Resize.fill() { width(433)
 aspectRatio(0.5F)
	 gravity(
	Gravity.autoGravity())
	 })
	 delivery(Delivery.quality(
	Quality.auto()))
	 delivery(Delivery.format(
	Format.auto())) 
}.generate()

new CloudinaryImage("hiking_dog_mountain.jpg")
  .resize(
    fill()
      .width(433)
      .aspectRatio(0.5)
      .gravity(autoGravity())
  )
  .delivery(quality(auto()))
  .delivery(format(auto()));

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What is MP4?

MP4, or MPEG-4 Part 14, is a multimedia file format designed for storing video, audio, and other data like subtitles and still images. It is based on the MPEG-4 standard and supports advanced compression techniques such as H.264 and H.265, which allow for smaller file sizes without compromising quality. MP4 is one of the most widely supported formats, ensuring smooth playback on virtually all modern devices, web browsers, and media players.

This format’s versatility makes it ideal for various applications, including video streaming, downloading, and sharing. MP4 files are not only efficient in storage but also capable of delivering high-quality visuals, making them the preferred choice for professional and personal video content. Its robust compatibility and efficiency have solidified MP4’s position as a cornerstone of digital media distribution.

What is GIF?

A GIF (Graphics Interchange Format) is a digital image format widely recognized for its ability to display both static images and short animations. Introduced by CompuServe in 1987, the format uses lossless compression through the LZW algorithm, which preserves image quality while reducing file size. With support for up to 256 colors, GIFs are best suited for simple visuals like icons, logos, and lightweight animations. Its looping animation feature has made it a staple in digital communication, often used to share reactions, humor, or instructional content in an engaging way.

Despite being a relatively old format, GIFs remain popular due to their compatibility with virtually all platforms and devices. While newer formats like MP4 and WebP offer better compression and quality for animations, the simplicity and nostalgic appeal of GIFs ensure their continued relevance in internet culture. Their ability to loop seamlessly and their lightweight nature make them ideal for quick, expressive visual storytelling.

How to Batch Convert MP4 to GIF?

Select MP4 video File
Gather all the MP4 video files you wish to convert and upload or drag and drop them into a batch conversion tool like Cloudinary.
Choose GIF as Output Format
In the converter, select GIF as the output format.
Start the Conversion
Begin the batch conversion process. The tool will automatically convert all selected MP4 videos to GIFs.
Download Converted Videos
Once the batch conversion is complete, download the converted GIF files directly to your device

To streamline the process, sign up for Cloudinary’s API to automate video conversions and easily transform any format into MP4 or other video formats.

How can I optimize my GIF files on the web?

To optimize GIF files for the web, leveraging a platform like Cloudinary can streamline the process and significantly enhance performance. Cloudinary offers automatic conversion of GIFs to more efficient formats like MP4 or WebM for animated content. These modern formats deliver smaller file sizes while maintaining smooth playback, which helps improve page load times and user experience. This optimization happens dynamically, ensuring every user gets the most suitable version for their device and network conditions.

Cloudinary also enables you to customize GIFs with ease by resizing, cropping, and adding effects without needing to re-upload files. With tools like f_auto for automatic format selection and q_auto for quality optimization, you can ensure your GIFs are delivered efficiently without manual adjustments. Combined with Cloudinary’s fast global CDN, these capabilities make it simple to manage and optimize GIFs for any web project, ensuring a balance of quality and performance.