# GIFWidget

> You can put a favorite Animation-GIF Image for Widget!!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/ja.Yuki.GIFWidget](https://chrome-stats.com/d/ja.Yuki.GIFWidget)

## Overview

- **ID:** `ja.Yuki.GIFWidget`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** snowdog.app
- **Category:** PERSONALIZATION
- **Downloads:** 18,700
- **Rating:** 2.82 / 5 (196 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.1.2
- **Last updated:** 2025-07-02
- **First published:** 2012-02-22
- **Publisher country:** JP
- **Size:** 3.27 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-05
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ja.Yuki.GIFWidget)
- **Website:** [https://snowdog.app](https://snowdog.app/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://snowdog.app/Documents/GIFウィジェット-PrivacyPolicy.txt](https://snowdog.app/Documents/GIF%E3%82%A6%E3%82%A3%E3%82%B8%E3%82%A7%E3%83%83%E3%83%88-PrivacyPolicy.txt)

## Description

GIFWidget lets you install animated GIFs directly on your home screen as interactive widgets. Simply select widget installation, choose a GIF from your device's storage, and enjoy relaxing animation right on your home screen. The widgets can be resized to fit your preference, allowing for personalized layouts.

Note: Disable battery optimization to keep GIFWidget running smoothly. Some GIF formats might not be supported, so certain images may not display properly. Enhance your device's look with fun and dynamic animations using GIFWidget!

## Rankings

- #444,062 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES`

## Review summary

### Pros

- Simple to use
- Plays certain gifs

### Cons

- Doesn't work consistently
- Can't open the app
- Some gifs do not display or play correctly
- Freezes on the screen
- Does not run persistently in the background

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/ja.Yuki.GIFWidget)