How to put a GIF on a WhatsApp profile picture?

How to put a GIF on a WhatsApp profile picture - briefly?

To set a GIF as your WhatsApp profile picture, you'll need to use a third-party app or service, as WhatsApp does not natively support GIFs for profile pictures. One popular method is to convert the GIF to a video and then use that video as your profile picture.

How to put a GIF on a WhatsApp profile picture - in detail?

To add a GIF as your WhatsApp profile picture, you'll need to follow these detailed steps:

1. Choose Your GIF: First, decide which GIF you want to use. You can find and download GIFs from various websites like Giphy or Tenor. Ensure the GIF is appropriate for your audience and complies with WhatsApp's guidelines.
2. Edit the GIF (if necessary): Sometimes, a GIF might need some editing to fit perfectly as a profile picture. You can use apps like GIPHY Cam or Imgur to trim, crop, or add text to your GIF. Save the edited version on your device.

3. Convert GIF to Video: WhatsApp doesn't directly support GIFs as profile pictures. However, you can convert your GIF to a video file using an online converter like Zamzar or CloudConvert. Here’s how:

   • Upload your GIF to the website.
   • Select 'MP4' (or another video format) as the output format.
   • Click on 'Convert'.
   • Download the converted video file to your device.

4. Set the Video as Your Profile Picture: Now, you can set the video as your WhatsApp profile picture. Here’s how:

   • Open WhatsApp and go to your profile by tapping on your profile picture at the top left corner.
   • Tap on 'Edit Profile'.
   • Under your current profile picture, tap on 'Change' or the pencil icon.
   • Select 'Camera' to take a new photo/video or 'Gallery' to choose an existing one.
   • Navigate to and select the video you converted from your GIF.
   • Trim the video if necessary (tap on the scissors icon at the bottom). WhatsApp profile pictures are limited to 7 seconds, so make sure your video is within this time frame.
   • Tap 'Save' or the checkmark icon at the top right corner.
5. Preview and Save: After trimming, you’ll see a preview of how your profile picture will look. If you’re satisfied with it, tap on 'Set Profile Picture'.
6. Confirm Your Choice: WhatsApp will ask if you're sure about setting this video as your profile picture. Tap 'OK' to confirm.

And that's it! You've successfully added a GIF-turned-video as your WhatsApp profile picture.