Static GIF
Works like any other still image source.
GIF to Live Photo
Create a Live Photo-style bundle from a GIF source
Load a GIF as an image source, choose a zoom or drift effect, and export a cover still plus a short motion file and manifest in one ZIP.
SourceGIF
CoverDecoded image
MotionGenerated effect
OutputStill + clip
Drop an image or videoLocal bundle only
Click, paste, or drop an image or videoVideo and image sources are paired into a Live Photo bundle in the browser.
Still image
The uploaded image becomes the Live Photo cover frame.
Motion clip
Still format
Quality90%
Broad compatibilityNot supported in this browser
Bundle outputStill + motion loop
Paired bundleZIP exportMotion clip
GIF Live Photo
Use a browser-decodable GIF as an image source
FramesFromVideo accepts GIF through the image workflow. The browser supplies the decoded image used as the cover, and the tool generates a new zoom or drift motion sequence from that image.
This is different from preserving every original GIF animation frame. The generated bundle is designed around a chosen still plus a newly rendered short motion clip.
Step-by-step
How to create a Live Photo bundle from GIF
Choose a GIF the browser can decode and treat it as the still-image source.
- 01
Load the GIF
Select the local GIF through the image or video upload area.
- 02
Choose a movement
Pick zoom in, zoom out, drift left, or drift right.
- 03
Select output settings
Set duration, image format, size, quality, and Auto motion format.
- 04
Generate and download
Save the still, motion clip, manifest, and ZIP bundle.
Compatibility
GIF source behavior
The current tool creates new motion from the decoded image rather than converting the original GIF animation timeline.
Animated GIF
The browser-decoded image supplies the cover used for the generated effect.
Motion output
MediaRecorder creates MP4 or WebM when supported.
Transparency
JPG output uses a solid background; PNG preserves still-image transparency where possible.
Best results
Prepare a GIF source
Choose a clear cover
The still should communicate the subject before motion plays.
Prefer a larger source
Very small GIF dimensions can look soft when used for video motion.
Use PNG still output for transparency
Avoid JPG when transparent edges matter.
Use Auto motion format
It chooses an available browser encoder.
Support and limits
GIF conversion distinction
This workflow does not reproduce the original GIF animation frame by frame.
Supported workflow
- GIF as an image source
- Generated zoom and drift motion
- Still and motion ZIP bundle
Current limits
- No original GIF timeline conversion
- No native iOS Photos installation
- Motion encoding depends on browser MediaRecorder support
FAQ
Questions about gif live photo
Does it preserve the original GIF animation?
No. It generates a new motion clip from the decoded image source.
Can I use an animated GIF?
You can select it, but the workflow uses the decoded image as its cover source.
Can the still be PNG?
Yes. Choose PNG for lossless output and possible transparency.
Why is motion WebM?
The browser may not expose MP4 recording, so Auto uses WebM.
Are GIF files uploaded?
No. Processing stays in the browser.