Caption a photo
Selfies, pet photos and screenshots all work. Transparent PNG stickers stay transparent after export.
Free · No watermark · Nothing uploaded
Free Meme Maker: Add Text to GIFs & Videos
Add captions to GIFs, videos and images—classic meme text, a white box caption above a GIF, or subtitles. Export a meme ready to share in seconds.
Want your photo to move?Make your photo move with AIUpload a photo, describe a motion, get a GIF in about two minutesStep 1 · Add your media
Upload an image, GIF or video
Works with JPG, PNG, WebP, HEIC, animated GIFs, and MP4, MOV or WebM videos. Everything is processed in your browser—nothing is uploaded.
or drop it here · paste works too
No file handy? Try a sample
HELLO?JUST CHECKING- Images · GIFs · Videos
- 5 templates · 5 fonts
- One-tap sticker size
- Works on phone & desktop
Three steps
How to make a meme online
No app, no Photoshop. Open the page, add your media, write a line, and you’re done.
- 1
Upload an image, GIF or video
Choose a file, drop it into the editor or paste a screenshot. JPG, PNG, WebP, HEIC, animated GIF, MP4, MOV and WebM all work.
- 2
Pick a template and write your caption
Choose Classic, Sticker, White box, Black bars or Subtitle. Add top and bottom text, then adjust the font, color, size and crop. The preview updates as you type.
- 3
Export and share
Save images as PNG or JPG, keep GIF animation intact, and turn video clips into GIFs or captioned videos with sound. Then share them anywhere.
Templates
Five meme templates, one tap apart
The same picture reads differently in each template. Every example below was made with this meme maker.
Classic
White text with a black outline, right on the picture. The timeless meme look.
Sticker
Dark text with a thick white outline, like the stickers people send in chats. Readable on any background.
White box caption
The classic GIF caption: black text in a white box above the picture, so nothing in the shot is covered.
Black bars
White text on black bars for a cinematic, dramatic look.
Subtitle
A soft translucent box behind the text, like video subtitles. Great for everyday photos.
Any media
Photos, GIFs and videos—all captioned
Add text to a GIF
Text is added to every frame, keeping the original timing and loop. Transparent GIFs stay transparent with overlay templates.
Put meme text on a video
Trim a clip, then export a GIF (up to 15 seconds, with a frame-rate choice) or a captioned video that keeps the original sound.
Just converting a clip, no caption? Try the video to GIF converter—with speed control and clips up to 30 seconds.
GIF captions
How to add text to a GIF
Caption an animated GIF in three steps. The animation, speed and loop stay exactly as they were.
- 1
Upload your GIF
Choose an animated GIF up to 50 MB, drop it into the editor or paste it. Nothing is uploaded—the GIF stays in your browser.
- 2
Type your caption
Write a top and bottom line, then pick a style: classic outlined meme text, a white box caption above the GIF, black bars or a subtitle bar. Change the font, colour and size as you go.
- 3
Export the GIF
Export and every frame gets your text, with the original timing and loop. Transparent GIFs stay transparent with the overlay styles. Too big to send? Shrink it with the GIF compressor.
Add text to your GIF ↑ · Need it smaller? Use the GIF compressor.
Why this meme maker
Built for memes—not another bloated video editor
Many online tools upload your files, make you wait, and watermark the free version. This one does everything right in your browser—faster and more private.
Private by design
Everything runs in your browser. Your photos and videos never reach our servers.
Free, no watermark, no sign-up
Open the page and start. Exports never carry a watermark.
Made for real captions
Smart line wrapping for English and Chinese, plus bold, playful and brush fonts. Long captions shrink to fit instead of spilling off the image.
One-tap chat sticker size
Switch to 1:1 at 240×240 in one tap for chat-ready stickers.
Sizing guide
Which meme size should you use?
Pick the ratio and size for where the meme is going, so it looks sharp without a heavy file.
| Use | Ratio | Size (px) | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chat stickers | 1:1 | 240 × 240 | GIF / PNG |
| Group chats and social posts | Original or 4:5 | 480 – 1080 | PNG / JPG |
| Stories, Reels and short video | 9:16 | 720 × 1280 | MP4 |
| Screenshots and movie clips | 16:9 | 480 – 720 | GIF / MP4 |
Save and send
- Pick the ratio and export size for where it’s going, then export.
- Use Share / Save, or download it to your device.
- Send it in any chat, or add it as a custom sticker to reuse.
Inside an app’s built-in browser, press and hold the finished image to save it.
Want a whole set starring one character?
Single memes are perfect for quick replies. For a matching set starring one character, use AI sticker generation to draw 16 at once, then follow the sticker-making guide to cut and download them.
Caption tips
How to write a caption that lands
Half of a great meme is the picture; the other half is the line. Six tips to make yours hit.
01
Keep it short
A meme should read in a glance. “Nope” lands harder than a full sentence.
02
Set up top, punchline bottom
Use the top line for the situation and the bottom line for the reaction. It’s the classic structure for a reason.
03
Match the expression
Let the face or motion lead. A wave says “bye”; wide eyes say “wait, what?”
04
Don’t cover the face
If text would cover the face, switch to a bar template so the caption sits outside the picture.
05
Contrast is everything
Keep the outline on busy backgrounds, or switch to the subtitle template.
06
Make a series
One photo with different captions becomes a set. For a full pack starring one character, generate 16 stickers with AI.
FAQ
Meme maker FAQ
Is the meme maker free? Is there a watermark?
Yes, it’s completely free with no sign-up, and exports never carry a watermark.
Are my photos and videos uploaded?
No. Files are read and processed locally in your browser, and exports are saved straight to your device. Our servers never see your media.
Which file formats are supported?
Images: JPG, PNG, WebP and HEIC (where the browser supports it, such as Safari). Animations: GIF. Video: MP4, MOV, WebM and other formats your browser can play. Images and GIFs up to 50 MB, videos up to 500 MB.
Will my GIF still move after I add text?
Yes. Text is added frame by frame, keeping every frame, the timing and the loop. Transparent GIFs keep their transparency with overlay templates.
How do I turn a video into a GIF meme?
Upload the video, set the start and end of your clip, choose a frame rate and export a GIF. GIFs can be up to 15 seconds; shorter clips and smaller sizes make smaller files.
How do I add text to a GIF?
Upload the GIF, type your caption, pick a style (classic meme text, a white box caption above the GIF or a subtitle bar) and export. The text is drawn on every frame, so the GIF keeps its speed and loop. It’s free, with no sign-up and no watermark.
How do I put meme text on a video?
Upload the video, trim the part you want, then type your top and bottom text and pick a template. Export it as a captioned video that keeps the sound, or as a GIF of up to 15 seconds.
How do I add a white box caption to a GIF?
Upload the GIF and choose the White box caption template. Your text sits in a white box above the animation, every frame keeps its timing, and the box grows to fit longer captions.
Is this a GIF caption generator too?
Yes. Any GIF you upload gets your caption on every frame, in the classic outlined style, a white box above or a subtitle bar, and exports as a GIF that still loops.
Does the exported video keep its sound?
Tick “Keep audio” and the exported video includes the clip’s original sound. Safari typically exports MP4; Chrome exports MP4 or WebM depending on support.
How do I save the meme and send it in a chat?
After exporting, tap Share / Save or download the file to your photos, then send it in any chat. Most chat apps also let you add a GIF or image from your photos as a custom sticker. If downloads don’t work inside an app’s browser, press and hold the finished image to save it.
Does it work on a phone?
Yes. It works in modern mobile browsers such as Safari on iPhone and Chrome on Android. After exporting, use Share / Save to put it straight into your photos.
Which fonts can I use?
Bold sans, Impact classic, ZCOOL HuangYou, ZCOOL KuaiLe and a brush script. If a web font can’t load on your network, a system font is used automatically.
How is this different from the AI sticker maker?
The meme maker captions media you already have—free and instant. The AI sticker maker draws 24 brand-new, matching stickers from a description or reference image, ideal for a full pack.
Still have a question? Email support@biaoqingchufang.com
Your next great meme starts with one picture
Upload a picture, write a line, and send it to your friends.
Start making a meme ↑GIF compressor →Too big to send? Shrink a GIF to any size, like 256 KB for Discord.AI sticker pack maker →Describe a character or upload a photo to get 16 matching stickers.AI photo to GIF →Only have a still photo? Describe a motion and AI animates it.Sticker-making guide →From choosing a style to downloading your stickers, step by step.