MOV to GIF Converter — QuickTime Video to Animated GIF
Convert Apple QuickTime MOV files into animated GIFs in your browser. Ideal for iPhone clips and Mac screen recordings — trim the clip, choose frame rate, and download a GIF without uploading to the cloud.
Open editor — free in your browser →How to use this tool
- Open the MOV to GIF converter and upload your .mov file.
- Set start and end trim points for the GIF loop.
- Choose a frame rate that balances quality and file size.
- Click Download GIF to export your animated GIF.
- Use the GIF in messages, docs, or social posts.
Examples & use cases
iPhone clip to GIF
Export a short iPhone video as MOV, convert to GIF, and drop it into Slack or iMessage.
Mac screen recording GIF
Record a QuickTime screen capture, trim to a few seconds, and convert MOV to GIF for bug reports or tutorials.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I convert MOV to GIF online?
- Upload your MOV file, trim if needed, pick a frame rate, and download the GIF. Everything runs locally in your browser.
- Will my iPhone MOV work?
- Most browser-playable MOV/H.264 files work. If a file fails to load, re-export from Photos as MP4 or try our MP4 to GIF tool.
- Is MOV to GIF free?
- Yes. No account, watermark, or upload to our servers — conversion stays on your device.
- MOV vs MP4 for GIF conversion?
- Both work the same in this tool. Use MOV to GIF for QuickTime files, or MP4 to GIF if you already have an MP4.