Chess GIF Maker
Create animated chess GIFs from PGN or manual moves — download and share anywhere.
PGN Input
GIF Settings
GIF Preview
Your generated GIF will appear here
How to Use the Chess GIF Maker
1. Set Up Your Position
Either enter PGN notation or make moves directly on the board to create your position.
2. Customize Settings
Choose your preferred piece style, board orientation, and animation speed.
3. Generate & Download
Click "Generate GIF" to create your animation, then download or share it.
Why Use Our Chess GIF Maker?
No Software Required
Create chess GIFs entirely in your browser. No downloads, no registration, no cost — just open the tool and start animating.
PGN to GIF in Seconds
Paste any PGN from Chess.com, Lichess, or any other platform and convert it to a smooth animated GIF instantly.
Custom Board Themes
Choose from multiple board colors and piece sets to match your style or your platform's aesthetic before exporting.
Adjustable Animation Speed
Control the delay between moves so your GIF plays at the perfect pace for teaching, sharing, or social media.
Perfect for Social Media
Share animated chess games directly to Twitter/X, Reddit, Discord, or any platform that supports GIFs — no chess app required to view.
Great for Chess Coaches
Illustrate tactics, openings, and endgame ideas visually without needing to screenshot a board or record a video.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert a PGN to a GIF?
Paste your PGN notation into the input box and click "Load PGN". The board will play through the moves automatically. Then click "Generate GIF" to create the animation and download it.
What PGN formats are supported?
The tool supports standard PGN from any platform — Chess.com, Lichess, ChessBase, or hand-written notation. Both full-game PGN with headers and bare move-only notation (e.g. "1. e4 e5 2. Nf3") work correctly.
Is there a limit on how many GIFs I can create?
No. You can generate as many chess GIFs as you like, completely free, with no account required.
Can I create a GIF from a specific position rather than a full game?
Yes. Set up any position by making moves directly on the board, then click "Generate GIF" to capture the current state as a static image or short animation from that point.
What size are the generated GIFs?
Generated GIFs match the board dimensions displayed in the tool. For best quality on social media, use the default board size. Larger boards produce higher-quality but larger file sizes.
Can I share the GIF directly from the tool?
Once generated, you can download the GIF to your device and then upload or share it anywhere — social media, forums, messaging apps, or embed it in your website.
Can I control how fast the animation plays?
Yes. Use the Animation Speed slider before generating to set the delay between moves. A slower delay gives viewers more time to follow each move; a faster delay suits short tactical sequences.
How large will the generated GIF be?
File size depends on the number of moves and the board size. Short games or tactical sequences (under 20 moves) produce compact, easily shareable files. Longer games will produce larger files that may need to be compressed before uploading to some platforms.
Which piece styles are available?
You can choose from several piece sets — Standard, Alpha, Chess7, and others — before generating your GIF. Pick the style that best suits where you plan to share the animation.