Compress GIF
Pick files or take a photo
- ✓ Files stay on your device
- ✓ No ads
- ✓ 75 tools, always free
- ✓ Runs in your browser
How to compress a GIF
1. Choose the GIF
Pick the animated GIF that is too large to send or upload.
2. Pick a size
Choose maximum compression or a size to aim for. The first run loads the converter, which takes a moment.
3. Download the smaller GIF
The compressed GIF downloads on its own, with the size saved shown beside it.
FAQ
Why is my GIF so large?
A GIF stores every frame as a full picture with up to 256 colours, so a few seconds of animation can be many megabytes.
Will the GIF still be animated?
Yes. The animation is kept. Size is saved by using a smaller picture and fewer colours.
Is my GIF uploaded?
No. The GIF is compressed inside your browser and never leaves your device.
What is a better format than GIF?
MP4 is far smaller for the same clip. Use GIF to MP4 when the place you are posting accepts video.
What size does WhatsApp or Discord accept?
Limits change, but aiming under 8 MB works for most chats. Smaller GIFs also load faster for the people you send them to.
Is it free?
Yes. There are no ads, no watermark and no daily limit.