Reddit GIF Downloader
Download GIFs and looping animations from Reddit.
Why Use RDSave for Reddit GIFs?
Designed to identify and download Reddit animated media accurately.
How to Download a GIF From Reddit
Save animated Reddit content in three easy steps.
Copy the Reddit Post Link
Open the Reddit post containing the GIF or looping animation. Tap or click Share, then select Copy Link.
Paste the Reddit URL
Paste the copied link into RDSave's Reddit GIF Downloader and click Download GIF to process the post.
Save the Animation
Choose the available download option and save the file to your phone, tablet, or computer.
Why Do Some Reddit GIFs Download as MP4?
Not every animation that looks like a GIF on Reddit is stored as a traditional .gif file. Many looping Reddit posts are delivered as video-based animation.
That means an item Reddit displays like a GIF may actually be available as an MP4 or another video format.
RDSave detects the supported media available from the post and provides the appropriate download option instead of simply changing a filename extension.
This matters because renaming an MP4 file to .gif does not turn it into a real GIF container.
If the Reddit post is a regular video with sound, use the Reddit Video Downloader instead. Need only the audio? Try Reddit to MP3.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I download a GIF from Reddit?
Copy the Reddit post link, paste it into RDSave, and select Download GIF. RDSave will detect the supported animated media and show the available download option.
Why did my Reddit GIF download as an MP4?
Because many animations displayed like GIFs are actually delivered by Reddit as video-based media. RDSave provides the supported format to ensure optimal playback.
Do Reddit GIFs have sound?
Traditional GIF files do not contain audio. Some Reddit posts that look like GIFs are actually videos, but those may also be silent. If you want video with sound, use our main Reddit Video Downloader.
Does the Reddit GIF Downloader work on iPhone?
Yes. Use RDSave through Safari or another mobile browser and save the file directly to your device.
Do I need to install an extension?
No. RDSave works completely through your web browser.
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