How to Create Animated Emojis on Telegram 2025

Gone are the days of simple yellow smileys — now, animated emojis on Telegram are redefining how we express emotions in chat. In 2025, Telegram lets users move beyond static icons to create and customize lifelike emojis and GIFs.

If you’ve seen Telegram messages where emojis leap, spin, or burst into fireworks, that’s not magic — those are premium animated emojis and user‑made GIFs built inside Telegram’s emoji editor or created through bots.

This easy tutorial walks you through how to create animated emojis and GIFs on Telegram whether you’re using Android, iPhone, or Desktop. We’ll also cover free options if you don’t have Telegram Premium.

1. Understanding Animated Emojis and GIFs on Telegram

Before you start, let’s clarify what’s what:

• Animated Emojis: These are Telegram’s moving, 3D‑style emojis similar to Apple’s emoji reactions — powered by Telegram’s .TGS (vector animation) format.
• GIFs: These are short looping videos, often downloaded or created using Telegram’s built‑in GIF search or your own clips.

While anyone can use animated emojis inside chats, premium subscribers can create custom emoji packs and use personalized animated reactions.

2. How to Access Animated Emojis on Telegram

You don’t need to install anything. Just update your app to Telegram 9.7 or newer (the 2025 build).

Android & iPhone:

1. Open any chat.
2. Tap the Emoji icon → switch to the Star Tab ⭐ (Premium section).
3. Browse animated collections — hearts, laughs, celebratory reactions.
4. Tap to send one instantly as a message.

Desktop:

• Hover over an emoji and choose “Play animation” or use /emoji:) commands.
• To insert reactions quickly, right‑click → Add Animated Emoji.

Animated emojis travel smoothly across devices, even with low internet speeds.

3. Create Your Own Animated Emojis (Telegram Premium Only)

If you have Telegram Premium, you can make your own emoji pack using the built‑in sticker and emoji tool or the official @Stickers bot.

Option 1: Create Using @EmojiBot (2025 Update)

1. In Telegram’s search bar, type @EmojiBot.
2. Tap Start.
3. Upload your file in .TGS or .WEBM format (512×512 px size recommended).
4. Choose emoji associations (like 😎 for cool, 😂 for funny).
5. Publish — you’ll get a link t.me/addemoji/<pack‑name> to share.

Option 2: Convert Videos Into Animated Emojis

You can convert short clips or expressions into emoji loops using third‑party tools such as:

• LottieFiles → export as TGS.
• Video‑to‑Sticker Bot (@Vid2StickerBot).
• Trim your video (3 seconds max) → upload to @EmojiBot.

Once approved, you can use them in any chat or channel.

4. Creating Your Own GIFs on Telegram

Let’s go beyond emojis — animated GIFs tell an entire micro‑story.

From Telegram’s Built‑in Camera:

1. Record a short clip in chat.
2. After recording, tap the 🎞️ icon → Send as GIF.
3. It auto‑loops and compresses for Telegram’s server.

Using Uploaded Videos:

1. Choose a video from your gallery.
2. Tap the pen ✏️ icon → scroll to bottom → Send as GIF.

You now have a custom animated GIF without leaving the app — no external editor needed.

Bonus: Favorite GIFs Library

Telegram saves every GIF you send — open any chat → tap Emoji icon → GIFs tab → Your Library.

5. How to Add Text, Stickers or Effects to Animated Emojis and GIFs

Telegram’s editor in 2025 allows quick enhancement before sending.

Steps:

1. Tap any recorded video before sending.
2. Use icons at the top: Text (T), Stickers, Brush, Crop.
3. Add soundless stickers or animated texts overlayed on your emoji/GIF.
4. Preview before tap Send.

It takes seconds to turn a plain clip into something share‑worthy.

6. Download or Save Animated Emojis and GIFs

Whenever you receive a hilarious emoji or GIF you want later:

• Long‑press → tap Save to GIFs.
• Access saved items via Emoji > GIF Tab 🌀.
• On Desktop — Right‑click → Save as GIF.

Saved animated items sync to all your devices through Telegram Cloud.

7. Best Bots and Tools for Creating Animated Emojis & GIFs

With these utilities, you can produce professional‑looking animations in minutes.

8. Animated Emoji Status & Reactions

Telegram’s latest feature lets Premium users set animated emoji statuses — tiny moving icons next to their names.

To Set Your Status:

1. Go to Settings → Set Emoji Status.
2. Choose emoji (💼 for Work, 🔥 for Active, 🌴 for Vacation).
3. It auto expires in 1 day or custom timeframe.

You can also react to messages using animated emojis now (❤️, 🎉, 😂, 👏). Reactions animate on screen for all participants in real time.

9. Tips for Creating Better Animated Emojis and GIFs

• Stick to 3–5 second length for GIFs — short = catchy.
• Bright solid colors look better on Telegram dark mode.
• Keep emoji files under 512 KB for smooth sending.
• Test on mobile and desktop — ensure readability in small size.
• Name properly — “LaughLoop.tgs” is easier to find than “Final (3).”

10. What’s New in 2025 for Animated Emojis on Telegram

Telegram keeps upgrading creative options every few months.
Here’s what’s been added this year:

• 3D Emoji Creator — build face reactions directly from camera photos.
• AI Sticker‑to‑Emoji Conversion: turn any sticker into looped emoji form.
• Emoji Marketplace — creators can monetize custom packs.
• AR Emojis for Stories: use moving emojis on video stories.

The platform continues to blur the line between emoji, sticker, and GIF animation — truly the most dynamic chat tool of 2025.

Conclusion: Animate Your Chats with Creativity

Creating animated emojis on Telegram in 2025 is no longer a tech skill — it’s pure fun. With tools like @EmojiBot and Telegram’s AI features, you can make anything move — from your face to your favorite reaction.

Whether you use them to make friends laugh or add life to business channels, animated emojis and GIFs are the best way to stand out in your conversations.

So open Telegram, pick your emoji, and let it come alive — because the future of chatting is in motion.