GIF for X (Twitter)
Make a GIF that posts on X from your phone or the web: under 5 MB.
Drop a video, or choose a file
MP4, MOV, WebM or MKV. Short clips work best.
Your file never leaves your device
X (Twitter) limits
| What | Official limit | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Animated GIF | 5 MB on mobile, 15 MB on web | help.x.com |
Limits verified Oct 2, 2026 against official sources.
Report an outdated limitWhy files fail on X (Twitter)
X allows 15 MB GIFs on the web but only 5 MB from the mobile app. A GIF made on a computer can fail when you post from your phone.
What this preset does
This preset keeps the GIF under 5 MB so it posts anywhere, starting at 480 px and 15 frames per second.
Questions
- What's X's GIF size limit?
- 5 MB on mobile and 15 MB on the web, per X's help center.
- Can I post a video instead?
- Yes, and it's usually smaller. Use the X video preset for longer clips.
- How many frames can a GIF have?
- X's developer docs recommend 350 frames or fewer.