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---
description: Convert an animated GIF into an MP4 or WebM video.
---
# GIF to Video
Convert an animated GIF into a compact MP4 or WebM video file.
## API Endpoint
`POST /api/v1/tools/video/gif-to-video`
Accepts multipart form data with a GIF file and a JSON `settings` field.
## Parameters
| Parameter | Type | Required | Default | Description |
|-----------|------|----------|---------|-------------|
| format | string | No | `"mp4"` | Output format: `mp4`, `webm` |
## Example Request
```bash
curl -X POST http://localhost:1349/api/v1/tools/video/gif-to-video \
-H "Authorization: Bearer si_your-api-key" \
-F "file=@animation.gif" \
-F 'settings={"format": "mp4"}'
```
## Example Response
```json
{
"jobId": "a1b2c3d4-e5f6-7890-abcd-ef1234567890",
"downloadUrl": "/api/v1/download/a1b2c3d4-e5f6-7890-abcd-ef1234567890/animation.mp4",
"originalSize": 8500000,
"processedSize": 950000
}
```
## Notes
- Converting GIF to video typically reduces file size by 80-90% while maintaining the same visual quality.
- Only animated GIF files are accepted. Static images should use the image Convert tool.
- MP4 uses H.264 encoding, WebM uses VP9.