Add Music To Your GIF for Free Online

Add Music to GIFs in 3 Easy Steps

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Sign Up and Upload Your GIF File
Sign up for Descript, then start a new project. Upload your GIF by dragging and dropping it into the project window. Descript will automatically begin transcribing, making it easy to add music and other enhancements to your GIF.
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Open the "Music" Panel and Choose Effect
Once the upload is complete, open the "Music" panel and select the desired effect. Browse through various tracks and sound effects to find the perfect match for your GIF. Simply click on your choice, and it will be automatically added to your project, enhancing your visual content with engaging audio.
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Publish and Export Your GIF with Music
Click "Publish" and navigate to the "Export" tab. Choose your desired file type, configure the export settings to your preference, and click "Export" to save your file. This step ensures your GIF with added music is ready for sharing or further use.

Add Music to Your GIFs Effortlessly

Set up templates to brand your GIFs
With Descript, you can set up templates to brand your GIFs effortlessly. Customize your GIFs with consistent logos, colors, and styles, ensuring your brand stands out. This feature streamlines the process of adding music to GIFs, making your content more engaging and recognizable.
Create GIFs with text from existing GIFs, images, or video clips
Transform your media effortlessly with Descript. Create GIFs with text from existing GIFs, images, or video clips, and seamlessly add music to enhance the experience. Whether you're spicing up a meme or crafting a promotional snippet, Descript makes it easy to produce engaging, multimedia-rich content.
Hundreds of music tracks and sound effects
Enhance your GIFs with Descript's extensive library of hundreds of music tracks and sound effects. Whether you're looking to add a catchy tune or a dramatic sound effect, Descript makes it easy to find the perfect audio to complement your visuals, ensuring your GIFs are more engaging and memorable.

More than a GIF Enhancer

Descript is an AI-powered audio and video editing tool that lets you edit podcasts and videos like a doc.

Templates
Effortlessly add music to GIFs using Descript's templates, ensuring a seamless and professional touch to your animated creations.
Stock media library
Access Descript's extensive stock media library to effortlessly add the perfect music to your GIFs, enhancing their appeal and engagement.
Multi-track editor
Effortlessly add music to GIFs with Descript's multi-track editor, allowing precise control over audio layers for a seamless experience.
Text-based editing
Effortlessly add music to GIFs using Descript's text-based editing, making your animations more engaging and dynamic.

Don’t just take our word for it

With a 4.6-out-of-5-star rating and a bunch of distinctions on G2, Descript’s users have declared it an industry standard in the video and podcasting world.

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“With Descript I'll be able to at least double my content output since editing is taking one-quarter the time it used to.”

Donna B.

“With Descript we can create videos for our YouTube channel and our LinkedIn page much faster and with high quality.”

Balázs N.

“Descript has made cleaning up and creating my educational videos into professional presentations [possible] without needing extensive technical computer skills.”

Barbara C.

“Descript makes recording and editing audio and video a breeze. It's advanced features have streamlined my workflows, saving me a lot of time usually spent editing.”

Roderick F.

“The collaborative tools streamline teamwork, allowing my team and me to work efficiently together on projects. Overall, Descript enhances productivity and simplifies the editing process.”

Aldrich M.

“Transcription-based editing makes the process much faster…All in all, a must have editor for most audiences, especially in SaaS marketing.”

Nidhin M.

PRICING

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Free

$0

per person / month

Start your journey with text-based editing

1 media hour / month
100 AI credits / month
Export 720p, watermark-free
Limited use of Underlord, our agentic video co-editor and AI tools
Limited trial of AI Speech

Hobbyist

$24

$16

per person / month

1 person included

Elevate your projects, watermark-free

10 media hours / month
400 AI credits / month
Export 1080p, watermark-free
Access to Underlord, our AI video co-editor
AI tools including Studio Sound, Remove Filler Words, Create Clips, and more
AI Speech with custom voice clones and video regenerate

$35

$24

per person / month

Scale to a team of 3 (billed separately)

Unlock advanced AI-powered creativity

30 media hours / month
+5 bonus hours
800 AI credits / month
+500 bonus credits
Export 4k, watermark-free
Full access to Underlord, our AI video co-editor and 20+ more AI tools
Generate video with the latest AI models
Unlimited access to royalty-free stock media library
Access to top ups for more media hours and AI credits

Questions? We have answers

What audio formats are supported when adding music to GIFs in Descript?
Descript supports a variety of audio formats when adding music to GIFs, including MP3, WAV, and AAC. This flexibility ensures that users can easily integrate their preferred audio files without worrying about compatibility issues.
Can I adjust the volume or edit the music track after adding it to my GIF?
Yes, you can adjust the volume and edit the music track after adding it to your GIF. Descript provides intuitive tools that allow you to fine-tune audio levels and make precise edits, ensuring your GIF sounds just the way you want.
What pricing plans does Descript offer for individuals and teams?
Descript offers flexible pricing plans for individuals and teams. Individuals can choose from a free plan or upgrade to the Creator plan for advanced features. Teams can opt for the Pro plan, which includes collaboration tools and premium support. Visit the Descript Pricing page for more details.
Does Descript provide any collaboration features for team projects?
Yes, Descript offers robust collaboration features for team projects. Team members can edit, comment, and share files in real-time, ensuring seamless communication and efficient workflow. This makes it easy to work together on adding music to GIFs and other multimedia tasks.