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Convert AVI to GIF

Turn a AVI clip into an animated GIF that loops in chats, emails and websites without a video player.

  • No upload — 100% private
  • Fast, lossless when possible
  • Free & unlimited
  • Works on iPhone & Android

    Trim (optional)
    Use minutes:seconds, e.g. 1:05.5
    Advanced options
    Fit
    Mirror

    How to convert AVI to GIF

    1. 1

      Tap Choose files and select one or more AVI files (or drag them in).

    2. 2

      Check that GIF is selected. Use Advanced options for resolution, size or trimming.

    3. 3

      Press Convert. Everything happens on your device — no upload, no waiting in a queue.

    4. 4

      Your GIF downloads automatically. Converting several files? Grab them all as a ZIP.

    AVI vs GIF

    GIF supports only 256 colours and no sound, so keep clips short. An optimized palette is generated per clip for the sharpest result.

    AVIGIF
    Full nameAudio Video InterleaveAnimated GIF
    TypeVideoVideo
    CompressionLossyLossy
    Developed byMicrosoftCompuServe
    Introduced19921987
    Plays on iPhone✕ No✓ Yes
    Plays on Android◐ Partly / with an app✓ Yes
    Plays on Windows✓ Yes✓ Yes
    Plays on Mac◐ Partly / with an app✓ Yes

    About AVI and GIF

    AVI: AVI is Microsoft's classic video format from the Windows 95 era. It is still used by older cameras, DVD players and Windows software.

    GIF: Animated GIF loops short silent clips and plays everywhere — chats, emails, websites and presentations — without a video player.

    Frequently asked questions

    How do I convert AVI to GIF on my phone?
    Open this page in your phone's browser (Safari, Chrome, Samsung Internet), tap Choose files, pick your AVI, make sure GIF is selected and tap Convert. The GIF file is saved to your Downloads.
    Will converting AVI to GIF reduce quality?
    GIF supports only 256 colours and no sound, so keep clips short. An optimized palette is generated per clip for the sharpest result.
    Is this AVI to GIF converter free?
    Yes — completely free with no limits on the number of files, no watermark and no account. The site is supported by ads.
    Are my files uploaded to a server?
    No. The converter runs inside your browser using WebAssembly, so your files never leave your device. That's also why it works for private and confidential recordings.

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