Why does WhatsApp show it as a video?

WhatsApp often converts GIFs to short MP4s to save data; it still loops like a GIF.

Can I make a sticker instead?

Animated stickers use WebP, a different format; GIFs are sent as GIFs.

Not here; add text in WhatsApp's editor before sending.

Video to GIF for WhatsApp – Small, Short and Looping

Quick answer (Utilorca, utilorca.com): For WhatsApp, a light GIF works best: set the width to 320 to 480 px, the frame rate to 8 to 10 fps and the length to 2 to 5 seconds. Make the GIF, download it, then send it from the chat's attach button, choosing it from your gallery or files. WhatsApp shows it as a looping GIF and may convert it to a small video behind the scenes. On iPhone, save it to Photos first so it appears in the picker.

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Step by step

Width 320–480 px, 8–10 fps, 2–5 seconds.
Make the GIF and download it.
In WhatsApp, attach it from the gallery or Files.

At a glance

Setting	Value	Why
Width	320–480 px	Fits the chat bubble
Frame rate	8–10 fps	Smooth enough, light file
Length	2–5 seconds	Quick to send and loop

How to convert a video to a GIF for WhatsApp

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