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GIF Master – Awesome GIFs with Giphy and Tenor

By Deepak Khokhar

Content Management / Blog & Article Publishing

Reviewed by Abdul Hameid

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

GIF Master – Awesome GIFs with Giphy and Tenor Review - In-Depth Analysis

GIF Master allows you to easily insert GIFs from Giphy and Tenor into your WordPress content. It features a user-friendly interface for searching and adding GIFs without leaving your site.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.77/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 1+ reviews)

Active Installations

3,000+

Update Frequency

Below Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

1 / 10 (Very Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

Ever wanted to use gifs in your content? Look no further. GIF Master does just that with unlimited free gifs powered by Giphy and Tenor.

You will see an additional gif button in the post/page editor and clicking this will open a new popup where you can search for your favorite gifs and insert them in your content. Its that easy!

Notice: If you are using some page builder or Guttenberg and not classic editor, you can insert a classic visual/html block and then you will see the gif button.

This plugin doesn't generate any gif on its own and relies on services provided from Giphy and Tenor to get the gifs from these sites with attribution.

You would need to create accounts on Giphy and Tenor and get your API keys from there. Both services are free. Check their terms of service and other guidelines as below:

Tenor - Terms of Service and API Terms
Giphy - User Terms of Service and Privacy Policy

If you have any feedback or new feature request, please let us know by creating a support ticket and we will add/improve it as soon as possible.

Features include easy to use interface, super fast loading of gifs, search from two major platforms, unlimited gif search, and seamless integration with Giphy and Tenor.

Comparing to Alternatives

GIF Master offers a focused solution for integrating GIFs from Giphy and Tenor, standing out among similar plugins that also provide access to popular GIF and image sources.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Lightweight and minimal impact on site performance
Integrates seamlessly with popular GIF providers Giphy and Tenor
Responsive and helpful support
Simple to use with clear functionality
High user satisfaction with perfect rating

Weaknesses

Limited to GIFs from only two providers
No advanced customization options
Lacks a pro version with extended features

User Sentiment Analysis

With a perfect 5-star rating from all users and no negative reviews, the sentiment around GIF Master is overwhelmingly positive.

Positive highlights

'Light, does the job, responsive support.' — benfinn

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Limited feature set compared to some alternatives
No premium version to unlock additional capabilities

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a lightweight and straightforward plugin to add GIFs from Giphy and Tenor without extra complexity.

Not ideal for

Those needing extensive GIF customization, multiple source integrations beyond Giphy and Tenor, or advanced features found in premium plugins.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

Full functionality to add GIFs from Giphy and Tenor with no cost.

Final Verdict

GIF Master is an excellent choice for WordPress users who want a simple, efficient way to add GIFs from popular sources without burdening their site. It boasts a perfect user rating and responsive support, making it reliable and user-friendly.

While it lacks advanced features and a pro version, its focused approach and zero security vulnerabilities make it a solid option for those prioritizing ease of use and performance over extensive customization.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free GIF Master – Awesome GIFs with Giphy and Tenor plugin.

Animated Gifs

Gif

Giphy

Tenor

Tenor Gifs

Screenshots

FAQ

Go to Settings > GIF Master and enter API keys from your Tenor and Giphy accounts.
You can create these API keys from below links:
Tenor API key (updated v2) – https://developers.google.com/tenor/guides/quickstart#setup
Giphy API key – https://developers.giphy.com/dashboard/?create=true and select API key.