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Make every frame fit

Smart GIF Optimizer

A GIF optimizer that automatically tunes resolution, FPS, colors, and compression after you choose a platform or target file size.

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  • Windows only
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Official download

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Microsoft Store is recommended for typical users, while existing direct Setup and Portable downloads remain available.

Recommended for typical usersOfficial Microsoft Store listing

Recommended install

Get it from Microsoft Store

Installs a signed package through Microsoft Store and lets the Store manage updates.

Get it from Microsoft Store
  • Store v0.1.0.0
  • Windows x64
  • Packaged Win32 app
  • Approx. 140.3 MB download
  • 2026-08-10 listed
  • Signed Store package
  • Store-managed installation and updates
  • No need to open an executable directly from the browser

Choose this route if you prefer the Store installation flow instead of opening an unsigned executable downloaded by your browser. Screens may vary with Windows policy and environment.

Product ID 9N0DVFBS5FJ9

Direct download

Direct Setup / Portable download

You only need one of the two files below.Choose Setup for installation or Portable to run without installing.

This alternative downloads directly from GitHub Releases without a sign-in. The current executables are not digitally signed, so Windows may display ‘Windows protected your PC.’

Release materials

License files, third-party notices, corresponding source, and checksums.

Security reports

Direct-download security reports

Each direct Setup and Portable executable links to a VirusTotal report with the same SHA-256.

Setup (x64)Report linked
Smart-GIF-Optimizer-Setup-0.1.0-x64.exe
SHA-2561fa24e3f61b17f818c9c25b65af20f2f330101186b71e2d887fa0c5b07f6f466
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Portable (x64)Report linked
Smart-GIF-Optimizer-Portable-0.1.0-x64.exe
SHA-256c8c10fd0f8be0a4d35b57ea5ede13d61cf5815527a7337aac81c64085334a2ee
View public VirusTotal report

Results may change over time and across engines and cannot guarantee that a file is safe. Verify the downloaded file's SHA-256 as well.

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Supported environment
Windows 10 64-bit or later
Direct release versionConfirmed
v0.1.0The actual version from GitHub Releases and the published release materials.
Direct package formatsConfirmed
Setup / Portable (Windows x64)Displayed from the file names in the app release SHA256SUMS.txt.
Direct file sizeConfirmed
Shown for each downloadEach download shows the actual file size published by GitHub.
Direct file integrityConfirmed
SHA-256Uses the app release SHA256SUMS.txt without modification.
Direct distribution channelConfirmed
Official GitHub Releases distributionSetup and Portable are available without signing in, together with the release materials.
Direct Setup and Portable downloads use files and version information from the official GitHub Release.
Direct downloads and release materials are provided without a sign-in through the external service GitHub Releases. They will remain available alongside the Microsoft Store version.
Before installing, read the program guide.
Review the third-party notices and corresponding source included in the release on the Open-source licenses page.

Before using the app, review the App Terms of Use and App Privacy Policy. Installing or using the app means you accept the App Terms of Use. Do not download, install, or use it if you cannot accept the terms or associated risks.

Why Smart GIF

Replace repeated GIF size adjustments with one workflow.

Smart GIF Optimizer was created to remove the repeated work of lowering resolution and FPS, then adjusting colors and compression every time a GIF must fit an upload limit.

Load a video or GIF and choose a platform preset or maximum file size. The app finds suitable settings and converts the result to GIF. It works without requiring compression expertise, while advanced controls remain available when you need them.

InputGIF · MP4 · MOV · WebM · AVI · MKV
OutputGIF
Dragging a video into Smart GIF Optimizer and optimizing it
The actual workflow from adding a file to automatic optimization

Four simple steps

Choose a target,
not a maze of settings.

Add a file and choose its destination or target size. The app handles the rest.

  1. 01

    Add a file

    Drag the video or GIF you want to optimize into the app.

  2. 02

    Choose a target

    Select the upload platform or your preferred maximum file size.

  3. 03

    Optimize automatically

    The app adjusts resolution, FPS, colors, and compression settings.

  4. 04

    Review the result

    Open the completed GIF, check it, and upload it where you need it.

Built for daily work

Fast by default,
precise when needed.

Extra tools including partial export and light or dark mode
Partial export, range snapping, and interface modes.
01

Platform presets

Apply the size and resolution limits of popular services in one step.

02

Automatic target size

Enter a maximum file size and the app searches for a suitable combination.

03

Advanced compression

Adjust width, FPS, color count, and lossy compression yourself.

04

Partial export

Select only the section you need from a video or GIF and save a new GIF.

05

Range snapping

Choose the start and end points more precisely.

06

Light and dark modes

Choose a light or dark interface for your work environment.

Platform presets

Common upload requirements are ready as presets.

Choose a preset to optimize against the platform's target size and dimensions.

Discord8 MB · 720 px

Balanced settings for easy sharing in chats

Steam5 MB · 640 px

Settings designed for store and community uploads

Tumblbug5 MB · 720 px

Settings for project introduction images

GitHub10 MB · 960 px

Settings suited to README files and issues

GIPHY8 MB · 800 px

A balance of quality and size for shared GIFs

Selecting a platform preset in Smart GIF Optimizer
Choose a preset or enter your own target.

Compatibility

Check the supported range first.

For reliable conversion, stay within the input limits and recommended requirements.

INPUT

Video files

A warning appears above 300 MB.

  • Over 500 MBNot supported
  • Over 5 minutesNot supported
  • Above 3840 × 2160Not supported
INPUT

GIF files

A warning appears above 50 MB.

  • Over 100 MBNot supported
  • Over 1 minuteNot supported
  • Above 1920 × 1080Not supported

Minimum requirements

Operating system
Windows 10 64-bit
CPU
4 cores or more
Memory
8 GB or more
Graphics
GPU with WebGL 2 support
Storage
SSD recommended

Recommended requirements

Operating system
Windows 11
CPU
6 cores or more
Memory
16 GB or more
Storage
NVMe SSD recommended

Install & safety

Know what to expect from installation to removal.

Confirmed guidance is clearly separated from details that still require release verification.

Installation and first launch

Confirmed

Verify the official distribution and follow these steps for a safe first launch.

  1. For a typical installation, select the Microsoft Store button on this page. In the Store, confirm product ID 9N0DVFBS5FJ9 and publisher ST Studio before installing.
  2. If you need a portable copy or want the existing direct package, choose Setup or Portable.
  3. For a direct Setup or Portable download, confirm that v0.1.0, the file size, and SHA-256 match the downloaded file.
  4. Confirm that you are using Windows 10 64-bit or later and back up important original files elsewhere.
  5. Follow the installer for Setup. For Portable, run the downloaded executable from your chosen folder.

The Microsoft Store version installs as a signed Store package. The directly downloaded Setup and Portable executables on GitHub are currently unsigned, so Windows may show a ‘Windows protected your PC’ or unknown publisher message.

Closing and removing the app

Provisional

Preserve your output and license information before removing the app.

  1. Make sure no conversion is running, then close Smart GIF Optimizer completely.
  2. Keep saved GIFs and any original files you need outside the program folder.
  3. Remove the Microsoft Store or Setup version through Windows Settings. Remove the Portable version by deleting its extracted folder.
  4. Record the version, original license files, and checksum information in case you reinstall later.

The settings location and complete removal procedure will be expanded when the final distribution format is confirmed.

Confirmed

Back up originals and output

Keep originals and important output outside the program folder before optimizing.

Confirmed

Verify the official distribution

For a typical installation, use the Microsoft Store linked here. For a direct download, use only the GitHub Release linked here and verify the file size, SHA-256, and public VirusTotal report for the same hash.

Provisional

System and network impact

The Microsoft Store version uses Store communication for installation and updates. Any additional app communication, such as error reporting, will be disclosed after the distributed build is verified.

Confirmed

Stay within the supported environment

Normal operation is not guaranteed outside Windows 10 64-bit or later and the stated input limits.

Help center

Start with the point where you got stuck.

Troubleshooting, frequently asked questions, and the current release status in one place.

Troubleshooting

The app does not start

No window appears when you open the executable, or it closes immediately.

  • Confirm that your device meets Windows 10 64-bit or later and the minimum requirements.
  • For the Store version, check for updates in Microsoft Store. For a direct download, compare the version, file size, and SHA-256 with the official release page.
  • If a security warning appears, verify the file and official distribution status before taking any action.
  • Close every app process and restart Windows before trying again.
A file cannot be loaded

An error appears after selecting a file, or no preview is generated.

  • Confirm that the input is GIF, MP4, MOV, WebM, AVI, or MKV.
  • Keep videos within 500 MB, 5 minutes, and 4K; keep GIFs within 100 MB, 1 minute, and Full HD.
  • If another app is using the file, close that app and load it again.
  • Play the original in a media player to check whether the file may be damaged.
The result does not reach the target size

The output is still larger than the chosen maximum after automatic optimization.

  • GIFs with extensive motion and color changes can be larger even at the same duration.
  • Shorten the export range or choose a lower resolution and FPS.
  • Adjust the color count and lossy compression one step at a time, then review quality again.
  • Leave some headroom by entering a target slightly below the upload limit.
Saving or exporting fails

Optimization finishes, but the output file is not saved.

  • Confirm that the destination drive has ample free space relative to the original.
  • Choose another location such as Documents instead of a read-only or restricted folder.
  • Make sure another app is not holding an output file with the same name open.
  • Keep the original, change the destination and file name, then try again.
Quality or motion differs from what you expected

Colors look banded or motion appears excessively choppy.

  • Compare the original and optimized output in the result view.
  • Increase the target size slightly or raise FPS and color count one step.
  • If automatic mode is unsuitable, switch advanced options to manual and make small adjustments.
  • Test playback on the service where you will upload the final file.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use it without creating an account?Confirmed

Yes. You can read the site and guides without signing in. Microsoft Store is recommended for a typical installation, while direct Setup and Portable downloads remain free on GitHub Releases without a sign-in. Microsoft Store account requirements depend on your environment and Store policy.

Is the app sold as a paid product?Confirmed

No. The official app is distributed for free. Site operations are supported by ads kept separate from the content. Viewing or clicking ads is never a condition for downloading or reading the guide.

Which operating systems are supported?Confirmed

The current supported baseline is Windows 10 64-bit or later, with Windows 11 recommended. macOS and mobile operating systems are not listed as supported.

License & support

Clear license and distribution information.

App Terms of Use, the App Privacy Policy, and third-party open-source notices are provided separately. Version-specific corresponding source and SHA-256 values are available on the open-source license page.