Compress GIF for Twitter / X

Pre-configured for Twitter / X's limits. Target size: 15 MB · Recommended width: 640px.

Twitter / X GIF Tips

  • Twitter converts uploaded GIFs to MP4/WebM for playback — original GIF quality may differ from what you see.
  • The upload limit is 15 MB and max 350 frames. Trim long GIFs to stay under the frame cap.
  • Use 640 px width for a sharp preview in the timeline.

Twitter / X GIF FAQ

What is Twitter's GIF size limit?

Twitter allows GIFs up to 15 MB and up to 350 frames in length.

Why does my GIF look different after uploading to Twitter?

Twitter converts GIFs to MP4 for playback. The re-encoding can alter colors and sharpness slightly.

How do I tweet a GIF without losing quality?

Keep the GIF under 15 MB, use 256 colors, and avoid extreme lossy compression. Twitter's re-encoding handles the rest.

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