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ScreenToGif

Free#7 of 33 in GIF Maker Software

ScreenToGif: A free, open-source Windows tool for recording, editing, and exporting GIFs. Ranked #7 of 33 in GIF Maker Software by our editors (8.6/10); pricing: Free plan; best for free Windows screen-to-GIF recording.

8.6/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
8.6 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Free Windows screen-to-GIF recording
Free plan
Yes
Paid from
Free
Supported platforms
Windows 10/11
Facts checked
16 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Free and open source with screen, webcam, and sketchboard recording
- Integrated frame editor supports annotations, resizing, cropping, and imports
- Exports GIF, APNG, video, PSD, and PNG with FFmpeg and Gifski support
Where it doesn't
- Windows-only, with support focused on Windows 10 and 11
- Desktop workflow may be more than needed for simple GIF conversion
- Recording and editing are centered on frame sequences rather than broad media workflows

Our verdict on ScreenToGif

ScreenToGif is a free, open-source Windows desktop application for creating GIFs from selected screen areas, webcam video, or sketchboard drawings. It is aimed at people who need to capture demonstrations, interface activity, annotated explanations, or other short visual sequences and then refine them before export. The integrated editor works with frame sequences and can import GIFs and videos, giving the application a wider starting point than screen capture alone. Its Windows focus makes it a practical fit for users working on Windows 10 or 11 who want recording and editing in one application.

The standout feature is the combination of capture modes and frame-level editing. Users can record a selected screen area, webcam feed, or sketchboard, then add annotations and apply actions such as resizing and cropping. The editor also supports importing existing GIFs and videos, which helps bring outside material into the same frame-based workflow. Export options include GIF files using multiple encoders, along with APNG, video, PSD, and PNG images. FFmpeg and Gifski integrations add useful options within that export workflow.

ScreenToGif’s open-source model and free plan make it suitable for individuals and teams that want a Windows-native tool without a paid tier structure. The project remains available through its GitHub repository, with releases published in 2026. However, the product is limited to Windows and is specifically shaped around screen recording, webcam or sketchboard capture, and frame-sequence editing. Users who need broader platform coverage or a more general media-production workflow should choose an alternative. Pick ScreenToGif when Windows support, open-source availability, and detailed GIF editing matter most.

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ScreenToGif pricing

Plans Free planFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

See plans on github.com

ScreenToGif fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	Free
Video import	Yes
Screen recording	Yes
Watermark-free export	Not verified
Transparent GIF export	Not verified
Maximum file size	Not verified
Maximum GIF duration	Not verified
Supported platforms	Windows 10/11
Deployment	Desktop
Platforms	Windows
Integrations	2 integrations: FFmpeg, Gifski
Pricing	Free plan
Website	github.com
Facts checked	16 Sep 2026

ScreenToGif integrations

ScreenToGif lists 2 integrations on its own site.

FFmpeg
Gifski

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