Twitter GIF downloader
- One-click GIF download
- No ads, no limits
- Free and easy to use
Why do Twitter GIFs download as MP4?
A Twitter GIF downloader vs. other ways to download Twitter GIFs
Use Twikite's Tweet to GIF converter
Use screen recording to save tweet GIFs
Use browser extensions to download Twitter GIFs
When is a Twitter GIF downloader useful for you?
Save reaction GIFs
Keep memes and funny moments
Collect GIFs you like
Save creative references
How to download GIF from Twitter on mobile and PC
All you need is the link to the Tweet that has the GIF. Follow these 3 steps to download the GIF you want with Twikite.

Step 1. Copy the GIF Tweet link
Find the GIF you want to save and copy the link to the Tweet. On mobile, use the Share button to copy the link. On PC, copy it from the Tweet or your browser.

Step 2. Paste the link into Twikite
Open twikite.com in your browser and paste the copied link into the download box. Twikite analyzes the link and finds every GIF in the Tweet.

Step 3. Download the Twitter GIF
Preview the GIF, then click the download button to save it. On mobile, you'll usually find it in Downloads or Files. On PC, it normally goes to your Downloads folder. Twitter GIFs currently save as MP4, because Twitter uses video, not the .gif format, to play those animations.
What makes Twikite a better Twitter GIF downloader?
Download multiple GIFs
No ads or watermarks
Original GIF quality
Safe and private
Twitter GIF download FAQ
What is a Twitter GIF downloader?
A Twitter GIF downloader is a tool that helps you save public GIFs from Twitter (now x.com) to your phone or computer. Usually, all you need to do is copy the Tweet link and paste it into the downloader to find and save the GIF, without having to keep going back to Twitter. With Twikite, for example, you can download Twitter GIFs for free, and in some cases, download multiple GIFs from the same Tweet at once, making it easy to save your favorite animations for later viewing or offline use.
How do I save a GIF from Twitter?
To save a GIF from Twitter, copy the link to the Tweet containing the GIF and paste it into an online Twitter GIF and video downloader such as Twikite. It will process the public GIF and let you save it to your device in a few steps. On Android, you can also use the Twikite Twitter downloader app to download GIFs directly while browsing Twitter, without manually copying links.
Why does a Twitter GIF download as MP4?
Twitter GIFs often download as MP4 because they are usually stored and served as short video files rather than traditional .gif files. This helps keep file sizes smaller while maintaining better quality and smoother playback. So when you use Twikite, your Twitter GIF download will result in a regular MP4 file, even though the content looks and works like a GIF on Twitter. But this may change in the future, as Twikite plans to support downloading Twitter GIFs in their actual GIF format.
Can I download multiple GIFs from one Tweet?
Yes. Twikite provides a batch download button, so if there are multiple files, whether videos, images, or GIFs, you can download them all to your device with one click.
Can I download a Twitter GIF from a link?
Yes. To download Twitter GIF from link, copy the correct Tweet URL from the Twitter app or your browser and paste it into Twikite. We accept links from both twitter.com and x.com, including t.co shared links and x.com/i/status/ links.
Can I download GIFs from private Twitter accounts?
No. You can only download Twitter GIFs from public Tweets using Twikite or other Twitter downloaders. GIFs from private, protected, deleted, or otherwise unavailable Tweets can't be downloaded.
Can I download Twitter GIFs in HD?
Yes. If Twitter provides the GIF in HD in the original Tweet, you can save it in high quality with Twikite. But the final quality ultimately depends on the original content, so a low quality GIF won't become HD just because you download it.
Where are downloaded Twitter GIFs saved?
Downloaded Twitter GIFs are usually saved to your device's default download location. On Android, you can generally find them in the Downloads folder or Gallery. On iPhone, they are usually saved to the Downloads folder in the Files app, depending on your browser and download settings. If you use the Twikite app, you can also quickly find your saved files through the app's built-in content manager.
