Copy the post link
Find the tweet or reply with the GIF, tap Share, and choose Copy link.
Twitter GIF Downloader
Download GIFs from Twitter and X in one click. Every animated GIF is saved as the original MP4 X serves — small, sharp and ready to share.
How to download a GIF from Twitter
Paste it above
Paste the link into the X GIF downloader and press Download.
Save the GIF
Choose the MP4 file and save it to your device — it plays and loops like the original GIF.
Save GIFs from X in their original quality
X stores animated GIFs as MP4 video, which is why other "save GIF from Twitter" tricks give you a blurry screenshot or nothing at all. XDown fetches the original file X serves, so the GIF you save is exactly what plays in the post — same resolution, no re-encoding, no watermark. It works the same on Twitter and X links, on desktop and mobile.
Frequently asked questions
Why does a Twitter GIF download as MP4?
X (formerly Twitter) converts every uploaded GIF into a short MP4 video so it loads faster. When you download a Twitter GIF you get that same MP4 file — it looks identical, loops in most players, and is far smaller than a real .gif.
Do Twitter GIFs have sound?
No. GIFs on X are silent animations, so the MP4 you download has no audio track. For a video with sound, use the Twitter video downloader.
How do I save a GIF from Twitter on iPhone or Android?
Copy the post link from the share menu in the X app, paste it here, and tap Download. On Android the file saves to Downloads. On iPhone, Safari saves it to the Files app under Downloads — open it and tap Share, then Save Video, to add it to Photos.
Does this X GIF downloader work with reply GIFs?
Yes. Any public post or reply that contains an animated GIF works — copy the link of that specific reply rather than the original thread.
Is the Twitter GIF downloader free?
Completely free with no sign-up, no watermark, and no limits. We never store the GIFs or the links you paste.