How to Download GIFs from Imgur (GIFV/MP4 vs GIF)
Published: 2026-04-17
Imgur “GIFs” are commonly delivered as GIFV (MP4/WebM). Learn how to save the original file and when to convert to .gif.
Imgur popularized GIFV: a GIF-like page that actually streams MP4/WebM. That’s why downloads often aren’t a real .gif file.
Best-quality download (recommended)
- Open the Imgur post and look for a direct
.mp4/.webmURL. - Paste it into GIF Downloader and download.
- Keep MP4 for best quality/smallest size.
Need a real GIF?
Convert after downloading. First read: GIF vs MP4.
If the preview fails
Some Imgur links redirect or expire. See: Why some GIF links don’t work.
Try the tool:
Use GIF Downloader.
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