GIPHY: GIFs, Stickers & Clips

Abstract

GIPHY: GIFs, Stickers & Clips is a searchable library for animated GIFs, stickers and short video clips. It suits people who want visual replies for messaging and social posts, as well as users who want to make simple animated content from their own media.

What it offers

The app brings together reaction images, looping animations, stickers and clips that can be searched by subject or phrase. Its clips include sound, giving users a short-form video option alongside traditional silent GIFs. Content can be shared with other apps, including messaging and social platforms.

• Search and discovery: Find content through keywords, categories and currently popular material.
• Creation tools: Use the camera, face effects and animated text to make GIFs or stickers.
• Keyboard access: Search for and send GIPHY content from a compatible Android keyboard without opening the main app each time.
• Sharing: Send selected GIFs, stickers and clips to supported communication and social apps.

Choosing it

GIPHY is most useful when the goal is quick access to expressive visual content rather than detailed video editing. The large catalogue offers plenty of choice, but that breadth can also make browsing less direct when a search term produces many similar results. Users who prefer to create their own material will find basic capture and animation features, while those seeking advanced editing controls may need a dedicated editor.

At a glance

The app is listed under Video Players & Editors and is developed by Giphy, Inc. It has a reported rating of 3.83 out of 5 from 230,467 reviews, with 50,000,000+ installs. Those figures indicate broad adoption, while the rating suggests that individual experiences vary.