Reverse image search is a type of search in which images are input data. The image is analyzed according to a certain technique, converted into a certain structure, which is then used to search in an index of images.

The index of images is created in advance from a set of images intended for search. Indexed images are also processed in a certain way before being added to a special index, which is searched in a fraction of a second among millions of different pictures, photos, icons, etc.

This online Reverse GIF search app uses the GroupDocs.Search library, which implements the reverse image search functionality based on indexing specially calculated image hashes. Billions of searchable images can be added to the GroupDocs.Search index.

Search in this application can be performed:

The search is performed on an image in a separate GIF file. When searching, it is possible to set the minimum level of similarity between the source GIF image and the resulting images found.

How to search GIF

  • Click inside the image file drop area to upload a GIF file or drag & drop it.
  • Click inside the document or archive drop area to upload a document or ZIP archive or drag & drop it.
  • Once uploads complete, you will be able to perform reverse GIF search in your document or archive.
  • Set the desired minimum image similarity value under the file upload areas.
  • Get results by clicking the "Search" button.
  • Add more files with "Add files" button.
  • Select added files to include them into the index and perform searches.

Frequently asked questions

  • How does the online app Reverse GIF Search work?

    The search is performed in two stages. First, images are added to an index. And only then the search is performed in the index.
  • What about privacy, is it safe to use the online app Reverse GIF Search?

    Access to your folder with uploaded and indexed files is only available to someone who has a link. All uploaded files are deleted from the servers after 24 hours.
  • Is an internet connection required to use the online app Reverse GIF Search?

    This application is client-server. If you lose your internet connection while using the app, you won't be able to get search results.
  • Can I search on Linux, Mac OS, Android?

    You can search from any device, regardless of the operating system, that has a modern browser and an internet connection.

Other file formats supported by Reverse image search app

You can also perform reverse image search with many other image formats. Please see the full list below.

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