The process of saving animated images from the microblogging and social networking website Tumblr involves obtaining a file in Graphics Interchange Format (GIF) for offline use. This typically requires employing specific methods or tools to extract the animated image data from the Tumblr platform.
Preserving these images allows users to curate collections of content, share them on other platforms that may not directly link to Tumblr, and ensure access to the media even if the original source is removed or becomes unavailable. Historically, the availability of GIFs has added a dynamic and engaging element to online communication, and archiving them is a way to maintain that element.