Free Online Tool to Add Text to GIF — Caption Animated GIFs Instantly
Add custom text to any animated GIF with our free online tool. Type your message, choose font size and color, select a position (top, middle, bottom), and the text is applied to every frame of the GIF automatically. Perfect for creating memes, adding captions to animations or creating educational content with text overlays. All processing happens locally in your browser for complete privacy.
Upload an animated GIF file.
Type your text and adjust font size, color, and position.
Click 'Add Text to GIF' and download your captioned GIF.
Tips for Adding Text to GIFs
- Use high contrast colors for better readability on busy GIF backgrounds.
- The text is added to all frames equally, ensuring consistent readability.
- Position text at the top or bottom to avoid covering important content in the center.
Frequently Asked Questions — Add Text to GIF
Is the tool free?
Yes, completely free. No registration, no hidden charges, and no watermarks. All processing happens locally in your browser.
How does adding text to GIF work?
Each frame of the GIF is drawn on a canvas, your text is rendered on top using the browser's native text rendering, then the frames are re-encoded into a new GIF.
Can I customize the text appearance?
Yes, you can customize font size (12-72px), text color, background opacity, and position (top, middle, or bottom).
Is the original GIF quality preserved?
The original frame data is preserved — only the text overlay is added on top.
What text styles are available?
The tool uses bold white text with configurable background opacity and color for readability.
Are there any size limits?
GIFs with up to 200 frames are supported. All processing happens locally in your browser.
What image formats are supported?
Only animated GIF files are supported since this tool specifically adds text overlays to GIF animations.