Instagram Story GIF Maker (9:16, Free)
Make a vertical 9:16 GIF that fits Instagram Stories and Reels perfectly. Drop in a video or a set of images, pick the Story / Reel preset, and InstaGIF Maker exports a clean looping GIF straight from your browser.
Open the GIF makerBest dimensions for Story GIFs
Instagram Stories use a 9:16 frame at 1080x1920. The Story preset in InstaGIF Maker exports at the right aspect ratio so nothing gets cropped at the top or bottom of the screen.
- Aspect ratio: 9:16
- Recommended duration: 3–6 seconds
- Keep important content in the center 80%
How to make a Story GIF
Upload a portrait video, or upload several images, choose the Reel/Story preset, set frame delay (for image sequences) or trim (for video), and click Convert. Save the GIF to your phone.
Posting your GIF as a Story
Instagram Story does not accept .gif uploads directly, but you can upload the GIF to Giphy and search for it as a Story sticker, or post the GIF as a short video by importing it into the Story editor on Android.
Story GIF tips that get more views
Strong contrast, large readable text, and a 1–2 second hook in the first frame perform best. Loop the action so the moment replays smoothly.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Story GIF maker free?
Yes — free, unlimited, no watermark and no signup.
Can I add stickers or text?
Add text and stickers inside Instagram's Story editor after importing the GIF as a video.
What size GIF works best for Stories?
9:16, around 1080x1920, under 8MB for fast loading.