Circular crop, Nitro GIF
Discord Animated Avatar Maker
Create an animated Discord avatar with a circular crop and Nitro-ready GIF output. Keep the subject centered and readable at small sizes.
What you can make
- Circular safe area
Preview and crop for Discord's round profile display.
- Nitro-ready animation
Animated avatars require Nitro, while static previews work for everyone.
- Short loop
Trim to 1-3 seconds so the profile picture is readable.
- Crop and trim
Use crop, trim, speed, and export actions before downloading the GIF.
Requirements
- Display shape
- Circular crop
Keep faces and logos inside the safe center.
- Recommended size
- 128x128 px or larger source
Start with a clear source for best output.
- File size
- Under 10MB
Discord Nitro animated avatars allow larger GIFs than emoji.
- Requirement
- Discord Nitro
Needed for animated profile pictures.
How it works
- Upload your clip
Choose a short video or GIF with a clear face, logo, or subject.
- Center the safe area
Crop so the important motion stays inside the circular avatar.
- Trim the loop
Keep only the best 1-3 seconds for a readable profile animation.
- Download and set avatar
Upload the GIF from Discord User Settings under Profiles.
FAQ
Do animated Discord avatars require Nitro?
Yes. Without Nitro, Discord displays the first frame as a static avatar.
What size should a Discord avatar be?
Discord displays avatars in a circular crop. Keep the subject centered and use a clear square source.
Can I use a video as a Discord profile picture?
Convert the video to an optimized GIF first, then upload the GIF as your avatar.
Why does my avatar crop off the face?
Circular crops remove corners, so keep the subject in the center safe area.