Reddit is one of the internet's biggest sources of viral GIFs — from funny animal clips and gaming moments to reaction GIFs and sports highlights. But saving Reddit GIFs isn't as simple as right-clicking. Here's everything you need to know.
Reddit GIFs Are Actually MP4 Videos
This is the most important thing to understand: Reddit stores most GIFs as MP4 video files, not as actual .gif format files.
When you upload a GIF to Reddit or post a GIF from a source like Giphy or Tenor, Reddit converts it to MP4 automatically. This is because MP4 files are 5-10x smaller than equivalent GIF files, higher quality at the same file size, and faster to load and stream.
So when you try to right-click and save image on a Reddit GIF, you typically get a thumbnail or a broken file — not the actual animation.
How to Download Reddit GIFs
Using indirici.net Reddit Video Saver:
- Find the Reddit post containing the GIF
- Copy the post URL (from your browser address bar, or Share then Copy link on mobile)
- Go to indirici.net/reddit-video-saver
- Paste the URL and click Save
- Download the MP4 file — it will play as a looping animation
The saved file is an MP4 that loops automatically in most video players, just like a GIF.
Types of Reddit GIF Content
Native v.redd.it GIFs — Posted directly to Reddit. These are MP4 files. Silent by design.
Gfycat/Redgifs embeds — Many older Reddit GIFs link to Gfycat or Redgifs. Our tool handles these as well.
Giphy/Tenor GIFs — These are true GIF links. You can typically right-click and save image to get the .gif file directly.
GIF-style video clips with sound — Some GIFs on Reddit actually have audio. Our tool downloads these with audio.
Do Reddit GIFs Have Sound?
True GIFs are always silent. However, Reddit sometimes hosts what looks like a GIF but is actually a looping video clip with audio. If you hear sound when playing a Reddit GIF in the feed, it has audio and our tool will include it.
Saving Reddit GIFs on Mobile
iPhone: 1. Copy the Reddit post URL 2. Open Safari and go to indirici.net/reddit-video-saver 3. Paste and download — file saves to Files app
Android: 1. Copy the Reddit post URL 2. Open Chrome and go to indirici.net/reddit-video-saver 3. Paste and download — file saves to Downloads folder
Conclusion
Downloading Reddit GIFs is straightforward once you understand they're actually MP4 files. Use indirici.net's Reddit Video Saver to save any Reddit GIF or video post — free, no registration, works on all devices.