How can I post a GIF on Instagram?

By Christina Michelle
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Normally, Instagram doesn’t support any file in GIF format for an Instagram post. There are two keys to this problem:

Firstly, Use a GIF from the GIPHY App

GIPHY is a one-stop platform for any kind of GIFs you may need. It also has an amazing tool to alter the timeframe of any gif to 15 seconds .mp4 file. Awesome for posting directly on your Instagram feed.

Secondly, Upload a GIF as a video

Here, your video ought to be converted to a GIF to post on your Instagram feed. You will be able to do this with a free and easy tool like Adobe Express to convert a GIF into a .mp4 file. After that, you can opt to upload the video to your feed.

Now let’s dive into the procedures of posting a GIF on Instagram from your phone or your computer.

Android/iOS
Posting directly from GIPHY:

First thing is to download the GIPHY app.
Then find a GIF you want to post.
Tap on the paper airplane symbol on the bottom right side of the GIF.
Select the Instagram icon.
Choose a choice if you want to post it on Instagram. Four options are available: Chats, feeds, Reels, or Stories. Tap on the Feed button.
This runs up your Instagram app. Then you can include text, stickers, or other effects to customize the GIF.
Tap on Next to include a caption, make an edition of the cover, tag some people, or include a location.
Then select the Share button. Your GIF will upload as a reel to your profile.

Here is how to upload your own GIF:

If you want to convert a GIF into a video, use a free tool like Adobe Express. You’ll have to sign up for an account first.
Click on Upload your GIF.
Upload your GIF and then click on Download.
Done! Now you can upload the video straight away to your Instagram feed.

Desktop
How to post a GIF from GIPHY:

Run the GIPHY website and make sure you’re logged in. (This is expected to be done on a desktop).
Look for a GIF you want to post.
Select the Share icon on the right side of the GIF.
Click on the Instagram icon.
A pop-up shows up asking for your email address. Then you will be sent an email .mp4 file of the GIF.
Have a check your email! GIPHY would have emailed you the .mp4 file.
Then the .mp4 format and then upload it as your Instagram post.

How to upload your own GIF:

If you want to convert a GIF into a video, Make use of a free tool like Adobe Express. Here an account is needed to be created first to sign in.
Tap on Upload your GIF.
Upload your GIF and then click on Download.
Done! Now you are able to upload directly to your Instagram feed.