How to convert GIF to MP4
Converting GIF to MP4 takes three quick steps:
- Add one or more GIF files — drag and drop them or click to browse.
- Click Convert to MP4 and let the conversion run in your browser.
- Download your new MP4 files individually or as a batch.
What is GIF?
GIF is an old but enduring format best known for short looping animations. It is limited to a 256-colour palette and uses lossless compression, which makes it good for simple graphics and animations but poor for photographs.
What is MP4?
MP4 is the most widely compatible video format in the world. Using efficient H.264 compression, it balances small file sizes with good quality and plays on virtually every device, browser and platform — making it the safe default for sharing video.
GIF vs MP4: how they compare
Both formats have their place. This table summarises the practical differences so you can pick the right one for the job.
| GIF | MP4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Format type | Image | Video |
| Compression | Lossless (256-colour palette) | Lossy (H.264/H.265) |
| Quality | Lossless | Lossy |
| Best for | Short looping animations | Sharing video anywhere |
Why convert GIF to MP4?
Converting GIF to MP4 gives you a file that is better suited to sharing video anywhere and web and social media, and that opens it up to far more apps, devices and websites.
What MP4 gives you: plays on virtually every device, good quality-to-size ratio and universal browser support.
Where GIF falls short: only 256 colours, large files for animation and poor for photographs and gradients. Converting keeps your content while moving to a format that matches where the file is going.
Tips for the best results
- Because MP4 uses lossy compression, keep a copy of your original GIF file if you might need to edit it again later.
- You can convert several files in one go — add as many GIF files as you like and download them together.
- Everything runs locally in your browser, so even large files convert quickly and nothing is uploaded.
GIF to MP4 — frequently asked questions
- How do I convert GIF to MP4?
- Add your GIF file, click Convert to MP4, and download the MP4 result. The whole process happens in your browser and takes just a few seconds.
- Is it free to convert GIF to MP4?
- Yes. This GIF to MP4 converter is completely free with no sign-up, no watermarks and no limit on the number of files you can convert.
- Are my GIF files uploaded to a server?
- No. Conversion runs entirely on your device using your browser, so your files never leave your computer or phone.
- Will I lose quality converting GIF to MP4?
- MP4 uses lossy compression, so a small amount of detail is discarded to keep the file size down. At normal quality settings the difference is hard to notice. Keep your original GIF if you need an exact copy.
- Can I convert multiple GIF files at once?
- Yes. Add as many GIF files as you like and convert them in a single batch, then download each MP4 result.