Free tool
Reverse a GIF, free
Play a GIF or video backward. Free, nothing uploaded.
How to · 3 steps
Step by step
- 1
Open your GIF or video
Drop it in and trim it to the part you want to loop.
- 2
Choose Reverse
In Canvas → Playback, choose Reverse.
- 3
Export
Export a GIF, or MP4 if the destination plays video.
Choose the first frame
Outlook and some previews only show a GIF’s first frame. After reversing, move the playhead to the frame you want people to see and choose Use the current frame.
Keep it short
Reversing holds frames in memory, so trim clips over about 15 seconds first. Typing and scrolling text read oddly backward.
| Platform | Max GIF size | Lazygif preset |
|---|---|---|
Slack | 1 GB | 640px · 15 fps · ≤ 9.2 MB |
Discord | 20 MB | 640px · 15 fps · ≤ 18.4 MB |
Email (Gmail, Outlook, Apple Mail) | No fixed limit | 600px · 10 fps · ≤ 922 KB |
FAQ
Questions, answered
How do I reverse a GIF?
Open it in Lazygif, choose Reverse under Canvas → Playback, and export.
Does a reversed video keep its sound?
No. A reversed MP4 or WebM is exported silent, so nobody hears speech played backward.
Can I pick the first frame after reversing?
Yes. Move the playhead to the frame you want and, under Picture shown first, choose Use the current frame.
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