Question 1

Is my video uploaded?

Accepted Answer

No. The tool uses the Canvas API directly in your browser. Your video never leaves your device.

Question 2

What video formats are supported?

Accepted Answer

Any format your browser can play, typically MP4 (H.264), WebM, and Ogg. MOV files may work depending on your browser.

Question 3

Why is there a 15-second limit?

Accepted Answer

GIF files grow quickly with duration. A 15-second GIF at 10fps and 320px wide is already several megabytes. Longer clips are better shared as video.

Question 4

How do I reduce the GIF file size?

Accepted Answer

Lower the frame rate (5fps instead of 15fps), reduce the width (240px instead of 480px), or shorten the duration.

Video to GIF

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