Does this tool create a finished Live Photo?

Not by itself. It exports a MOV clip and a JPG cover reference for the next step. A compatible iOS app is needed to finish saving the clip as a Live Photo in your Photos library.

Can I turn a video into a Live Photo without an app?

Video preparation on this page needs no installed app. The supported final saving workflow does require a compatible iOS app. We do not currently provide a verified app-free method for importing this tool's output into iPhone Photos as a Live Photo.

Can I convert MP4 or MOV to Live Photo?

Start with an MP4 or MOV file that your browser can decode and preview. The tool prepares a clip for a compatible iPhone app to finish as a Live Photo. A filename extension alone does not guarantee support, because video files can contain different codecs.

Why does the download contain a video instead of a Live Photo?

This tool handles the preparation stage. The MOV contains your selected motion segment, and the JPG is a cover reference. They are not automatically paired as a Live Photo. Import the MOV into a compatible iOS app and use its Live Photo saving option.

Can I select the MOV and JPG in Files and save them together?

We do not currently support that as a verified import method. Saving the files separately only confirms that they can be stored as individual media items. Follow the compatible-app workflow to create the final Live Photo.

Will my selected JPG become the Live Photo's key photo?

Not automatically. The JPG is a visual reference. The app used for the final save may generate its own still image or require you to choose the key photo again.

Do I need both the MOV and JPG in the iPhone app?

Follow the requirements of the app you choose. The workflow described here starts by importing the MOV. The JPG can help you identify the frame you want, but importing both files is not a guaranteed pairing method.

How long should my video clip be?

Start with a short segment containing the motion you actually want. Check the duration restrictions in the app used for the final save. Exporting a longer clip does not guarantee longer wallpaper playback.

Will the result work as an animated iPhone Lock Screen wallpaper?

It is not guaranteed. First confirm that the final asset plays as a Live Photo in Photos, then test it in your iPhone's wallpaper settings. Live Photo playback and animated wallpaper compatibility are separate checks.

Does this work on iPhone Safari?

Compatibility depends on your iOS version, video codec and the browser APIs available on your device. Try previewing a short clip first. If processing is unsupported or fails, use another supported browser or device. The final Live Photo saving step still takes place in a compatible iOS app.

The browser-based video preparation tool is free. Third-party iOS apps have their own pricing, export restrictions and optional purchases, which may change. Check the app's current terms before relying on a particular export feature.

Is my video uploaded?

This tool processes your video locally in your browser rather than uploading it to our server. If you later transfer the files through cloud storage or open them in another app, that service's privacy practices apply.

Are there file size limits?

Processing is constrained by your device's memory, browser capabilities, video dimensions and clip length. Large or high-resolution files may fail even if they can be selected. Start with a short clip if you encounter a problem.

Do I need to convert my video to GIF first?

No. Start with the video directly. Converting it to GIF first adds an unnecessary intermediate step. If your source is already a GIF, use the separate GIF to Live Photo tool.

Why use this page instead of going straight to an iPhone app?

Use this page if you want to select a segment, adjust framing and preview the prepared clip in your browser without uploading it. If your video is already ready to import, going directly to a compatible Live Photo app may be simpler.

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Video to Live Photo — Trim & Prepare Your Clip

Trim and prepare a video for Live Photo creation on iPhone. Export a MOV clip and JPG cover reference, then use a compatible iOS app such as intoLive to save it as a Live Photo. Free, processed locally with no file upload.

Drag & Drop Your Video

MP4 / MOV / WebM — trimmed locally, no upload. An iPhone app is needed for the final save

No File Upload • Local Processing • iOS App Needed to Finish

Key Features of Video to Live Photo

Choose the moment that matters

Select the start and end of your video, then preview the chosen segment before exporting. Prepare a short motion clip instead of processing the entire recording.

Adjust your video's framing

Keep the original aspect ratio or prepare a portrait crop. Reposition the image so the subject stays in view before you continue on iPhone.

Choose a cover reference

Select a frame and export it as a JPG reference alongside the MOV clip. Your iOS app may require you to choose the key photo again; the JPG is not automatically linked to the video.

A clear iPhone saving workflow

Download your prepared files, import the MOV into a compatible iOS app, and save it as a Live Photo. The exported files are preparation assets, not a Live Photo already saved in your Photos library.

Prepare your video without uploading it

Video trimming, framing and export happen on your device. Your source video is not uploaded to our server. Any app or transfer service you use afterward has its own privacy practices.

Guides & Tips

How to make a video a Live Photo

Turning a video into a Live Photo involves two separate tasks: preparing the motion clip and saving it as a Live Photo in your iPhone Photos library. This page handles video preparation; a compatible iOS app completes the final save.

Select a video in the tool above.
Trim it to the moment you want and adjust the framing.
Export the prepared files and extract the ZIP on your iPhone.
Open a compatible video-to-Live-Photo app, such as intoLive, and import the MOV clip.
Choose the key photo and save as a Live Photo using the app's available options.
Open Photos to check that the result appears as a Live Photo and plays correctly.

The JPG included in the download is a cover reference. Do not assume that importing it alongside the MOV will automatically create a Live Photo or preserve your chosen key photo.

What this video to Live Photo tool exports

The download contains a prepared MOV video and a JPG cover reference in a ZIP file. These files help you continue the process in an iPhone app.

The download is not a finished Live Photo asset in your Photos library. Selecting the two files in Files does not provide a verified direct-import workflow for this tool, and saving them separately does not complete the Live Photo creation step.

Import the MOV into a compatible iOS app and use that app's Live Photo export option. The app may generate its own still image or ask you to select the key photo again.

Can you convert video to Live Photo without an app?

You can trim, crop and export the video on this page without installing an app. However, this tool's supported workflow uses a compatible iOS app for the final Live Photo save.

We do not currently offer a verified workflow that turns the browser download directly into a Live Photo in your iPhone Photos library without a third-party app.

If you already have a short, correctly framed video, you may prefer to import it directly into a Live Photo app. Use this page when you want to prepare the segment and framing first, without uploading your video to our server.

Preparing a video for an iPhone Live Photo wallpaper

If your goal is a moving Lock Screen wallpaper, start with a short segment that contains one clear action. Preview the crop carefully so the subject remains visible on a portrait screen.

Keep only the motion you want to see.
Leave space around important subjects when cropping.
Choose a still frame that also looks good without movement.
Check the key photo again in the app used for the final save.
Verify both Live Photo playback in Photos and wallpaper support on your device.

Saving a playable Live Photo does not guarantee that iOS will accept it as an animated wallpaper. Compatibility depends on the exported asset, your iPhone and your iOS version. This tool does not promise continuous Lock Screen playback.

Video, GIF or Live Photo: choose the right starting point

Use this page when your source is a video and you want to prepare it for Live Photo creation. There is no need to convert the video into a GIF first.

If your source is already an animated GIF, use the GIF to Live Photo tool instead. If you want a GIF for sharing, use the Video to GIF converter.

Already have a Live Photo and want an animated GIF? Use the Live Photo to GIF converter. That is the reverse workflow, not a required step in video-to-Live-Photo creation.

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How to use

Choose your video

Select a video from your device. Start with an MP4 or MOV that your browser can preview. Supported codecs depend on your browser and device.

Trim, frame and preview

Choose a short segment, adjust the framing, and select a cover reference. Preview the result before exporting.

Export and finish in an iPhone app

Download the ZIP and extract it in Files. Import the MOV into a compatible app such as intoLive, choose the key photo in that app, and save as a Live Photo. App features and pricing may vary.

Check the saved Live Photo

Open Photos and confirm that the saved item has a LIVE badge and plays its motion. If you want a Lock Screen wallpaper, check wallpaper compatibility separately in your iPhone settings.

Frequently Asked Questions About Video to Live Photo

Select your video, trim the segment you want, adjust the framing, and export the prepared files. On your iPhone, extract the ZIP and import the MOV into a compatible app such as intoLive. Use that app to choose the key photo and save as a Live Photo, then check the result in Photos.