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GIF to Telegram WebM Video Sticker (<256KB)

Convert any GIF into Telegram’s mandatory VP9 .webm format with alpha transparency and zero audio stream right in your browser.

Mandatory VP9 .WEBMStripped Audio Stream (-an)Alpha Channel Preserved≤ 3.0s & ≤ 30 FPS

Upload GIF or Video to Convert

Drop any GIF or MP4/WebM video. 100% in-browser processing, private & instant. Converts directly to Discord, Slack, Twitch, and Telegram specs.

Supports .gif, .mp4, .webm up to 50MB

AI Transparent Cutout2 Credits

Remove complex backgrounds with neural AI. Smooth edges without white fringe.

Platform Settings

Telegram Video Sticker

Target Size Limit≤ 250 KB

Standard for Telegram✓ Auto-Locked

Presets:

White Sticker OutlineDie-cut border visible on dark themes

Meme Caption Overlay

Telegram Standard Specs

Dimension:One side 512px, other ≤ 512px

Max Weight:≤ 256 KB

Frame Limit:≤ 3.0 seconds, ≤ 30 FPS

Format:VP9 .WEBM (No audio, Alpha channel)

⚡ 30-Second Spec Cheat Sheet: GIF to Telegram WebM Sticker (VP9, ≤256KB) Compliance Rules

Requirement	Strict Limit	Technical Notes & Why It Fails
Canvas Resolution	One side 512px, other ≤ 512px	Square 1:1 prevents black letterboxing bars; retina display at 128px.
Maximum File Size	≤ 256 KB (Strict Telegram Bot check)	Strict binary byte check. Upload fails immediately if 1 byte over.
Frame Count / FPS	Max duration 3.0s, Max 30 FPS	Auto-delay compensation preserves animation speed when frames are reduced.
Output Format	VP9 .WEBM (No audio, Alpha)	Optimized palette quantization and transparency masking.

Visual Proof: Real-World Optimization & Cutout Result

Standard .GIF File

1.8 MB · Not accepted

Telegram @stickers bot replies: "Unsupported format. Send .webm"

Compliant VP9 .WEBM

142 KB · 512×512 VP9

Accepted instantly by Telegram @stickers bot without errors

How to Use GIF to Telegram WebM Sticker (VP9, ≤256KB) (3 Simple Steps)

Upload your GIF or video

Upload your GIF, MOV, MP4, or Live Photo.

Browser VP9 Encoding

The engine trims duration to ≤3 seconds, scales to 512px, strips audio, and encodes in VP9.

Send to Telegram @stickers bot

Send the exported .webm file as a file to @stickers to add to your sticker pack.

Troubleshooting & Common Platform Errors

Why does Telegram reject .gif files for video stickers?

Telegram discontinued GIF support for animated stickers to reduce mobile bandwidth and battery drain. They now strictly require VP9 encoded .webm video files with alpha transparency.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this work on mobile iPhone and Android browsers?

Yes! Modern WebAssembly and Canvas stream capture allow full browser-side VP9 conversion on mobile and desktop.