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Lottie animations have transformed how designers and developers bring interactive, lightweight animations to life on web and mobile platforms. With the rise of Lottie, the need for fast, intuitive tools to preview, test, and customize animations in real time has grown significantly. That’s where our tool, Lottie Preview by The Lottie Company, comes in. Whether you’re a developer testing animations for Android, or a designer creating effects animations in After Effects, this platform is designed to enhance your workflow.

What is Lottie?

Lottie is an open-source animation framework developed by Airbnb that renders After Effects animations in real-time on web and mobile devices. It uses JSON-based files exported via the Bodymovin extension, making complex animations lightweight and easily scalable. Since Lottie was introduced, it has become a standard in UI animation for websites, apps, and digital interfaces.

Lottie animations are widely used by designers and developers to create loading indicators, onboarding animations, icon transitions, and more. Unlike traditional video or GIF formats, Lottie files are vector-based, resolution-independent, and smaller in size, making them perfect for responsive, high-performance projects.

What is a Lottie JSON File?

A Lottie JSON file is a specially structured JSON file that contains all the necessary information to render an animation. This includes data about shapes, layers, timing, colors, transformations, and effects. The file is typically exported from After Effects using the Bodymovin extension, enabling the animation to run natively in a Lottie player on iOS, Android, and web platforms.

Developers and designers can preview Lottie JSON files, test animations, and implement them into their apps without needing to re-code or rasterize their visuals. These files support interactive animations and allow for real-time customization—an essential feature in modern design workflows.

Why Use Lottie Animations in Modern Web/App Design?

Lottie animations are ideal for web and app design because they combine beauty, performance, and efficiency:

  • Cross-platform support: Lotties run seamlessly on iOS and Android, as well as major web browsers.

  • Lightweight: Lottie JSON files are compact, making them faster to load compared to video or GIF.

  • Customizable: You can change colors, background, and effects easily without editing the source animation.

  • Real-time rendering: Lottie allows for real-time testing and previewing, accelerating the design-development workflow.

  • Enhanced user experience: Whether you’re creating a Lottie loader, splash animation, or microinteraction, Lottie boosts user engagement.

Designers and developers now rely heavily on Lottie animations for web, apps, and cross-device interfaces due to their flexibility and visual appeal.

 

Overview of Lottie Preview at The Lottie Company

At The Lottie Company, we’ve built a powerful, free tool called Lottie Preview that allows you to preview, test, and customize Lottie animations directly in your browser.

With Lottie Preview, you can:

  • Preview your Lottie animation instantly by uploading or pasting a JSON file

  • Change colors, background settings, and zoom levels

  • Use it as a Lottie editor to tweak visuals without opening After Effects

  • Download the JSON file, test it across different devices, and prepare it for deployment

  • View animations in full screen and simulate mobile or desktop environments

  • Upcoming features like exporting to MP4, GIF, and transparent GIF formats

Our web-based Lottie viewer is built for designers and developers who need a fast, reliable, and intuitive way to preview Lottie files, streamline their animation workflow, and improve output across platforms like iOS, Android, and the web.

Lottie Preview Tool Overview

In today’s fast-paced design and development world, being able to quickly preview, test, and iterate animations is essential. The Lottie Preview tool by The Lottie Company is a powerful and free platform that allows you to preview your Lottie animations in real-time, customize them, and share across devices without the need for any paid software or complex setup.

Whether you’re an app designer, frontend developer, or motion animator, Lottie Preview makes it easy to preview and test Lottie JSON files directly in your browser.

What is Lottie Preview?

Lottie Preview is a free, browser-based tool designed to help users preview Lottie animations instantly. It serves as a lightweight Lottie player and editor that renders Lottie JSON files in real-time, without needing After Effects or a native app. Using our platform, you can interactively test animations, change background colors, zoom in or out, and even download the updated JSON file for use in your web or mobile project.

Key capabilities include:

  • Drag-and-drop or upload your Lottie file for instant viewing

  • Live preview of animations for web, iOS, and Android

  • Modify background and animation colors

  • View and test effects animations in real time

  • Prepare animations for integration with frameworks like React Native, Flutter, and more

With a simple interface and robust functionality, Lottie Preview bridges the gap between design and implementation, making it easier than ever to preview and test Lottie animations directly.

Who is it for (Designers, Developers, Animators)?

Lottie Preview is built specifically for designers, developers, and animators working on digital products that require seamless animation across platforms. Here’s how each user type benefits:

👩‍🎨 Designers

  • Preview how animations will look on web and mobile without writing code

  • Adjust colors and backgrounds to match UI themes

  • Export updated files or share previews with teammates

  • Improve workflow by testing animations outside of After Effects

👨‍💻 Developers

  • Load and test Lottie JSON files in different environments

  • Use the tool to simulate performance across iOS and Android

  • Preview animations before embedding in apps using frameworks like React Native or Swift

  • Eliminate guesswork by confirming how animations render on different platforms

🎞️ Animators

  • Ensure Bodymovin-exported files render correctly

  • Fine-tune animations without needing to reopen source files

  • Preview Lotties in a web version to verify timing, effects, and layers

  • Share final renders with clients or teams through simple links

Whether you’re building animations for a loading screen, splash page, or full product interface, Lottie Preview ensures everything works exactly as expected before launch.

How Does Lottie Preview Work?

Using Lottie Preview is incredibly easy, and it works entirely in your browser—no installation or login required. Here’s a quick breakdown of the workflow:

  1. Upload or paste a Lottie JSON file: Drag and drop your .json file or paste the raw JSON code into the preview window.

  2. Instantly preview your Lottie: The tool will render the animation in a responsive viewer that mimics different screen sizes and devices.

  3. Customize in real-time:

    • Adjust background color

    • Change animation colors using our built-in color editor

    • Zoom in/out to focus on animation details

    • Toggle full-screen mode for presentations or demo purposes

  4. Download or share: Once you’re satisfied, you can download the modified Lottie JSON file or save the animation state for testing across devices.

The entire tool is optimized for speed and ease of use, allowing you to preview Lottie animations directly, test design assumptions, and integrate animations faster into your apps. Upcoming features like exporting to MP4, GIF, and transparent GIF will make it even more versatile for multi-platform deployment.

Lottie Preview Features

Lottie Preview by The Lottie Company is packed with intuitive features designed to help designers, developers, and animators easily preview, test, and share Lottie animations across all platforms. This browser-based tool removes the complexity of traditional animation workflows, giving users real-time control over how their Lottie JSON files render on web and mobile.

Below is a comprehensive breakdown of all the current features available in Lottie Preview.

Preview Lottie Animations for Free

At the heart of the tool is the ability to preview Lottie animations for free—no subscriptions, no installation, no limitations. Just upload your .json file or paste the raw code, and the Lottie player instantly renders the animation in real time.

Whether you’re on Windows, Mac, or mobile, the web version of our platform allows you to:

  • Preview your Lottie animation before using it in a project

  • Test animation speed, timing, and transitions

  • Visualize effects animations without opening After Effects

This is ideal for users who want to test Lottie animations directly, quickly iterate, and streamline their creative workflow.

Edit Lottie Colors Live

With our built-in color editor, users can customize Lottie animations in real time. This feature is especially valuable for designers who need to match animations with brand palettes or UI themes.

  • Adjust fill and stroke colors for any layer

  • Make visual updates without re-exporting from After Effects

  • Preview the updated animation instantly

This level of flexibility makes Lottie Preview not just a viewer, but a lightweight Lottie editor that fits seamlessly into your design process.

Change Background Colors of Animations

Need to see how your animation looks on a light, dark, or custom background? Lottie Preview lets you:

  • Instantly change the background color of your preview canvas

  • Test visibility and contrast across different device themes

  • Preview animations in different modes (light/dark UI)

This is useful for designers working on web and mobile apps where the same animation must look good across various design systems.

Zoom In and Out of Animations

Zoom functionality allows you to focus on animation details, making it easier to:

  • Inspect vector shapes and movements

  • Spot rendering issues or color overlaps

  • Test responsive behavior for mobile and desktop viewports

This tool provides a pixel-perfect preview experience, giving developers and animators full control over their animations during testing.

View Lottie Animation in Full Screen

Click the full-screen toggle to preview your Lottie animation in immersive mode. This is perfect for:

  • Presentations

  • Demo sessions

  • Final review of animations before integration

Viewing animations in full screen simulates real-world app and web experiences, especially when testing on iOS and Android devices.

Download Lottie JSON Files

After editing and previewing your animation, you can download the updated JSON file with a single click. This is especially useful when:

  • You’ve made color or background changes

  • You want to share the animation with developers

  • You’re preparing to upload to LottieFiles or a codebase

This eliminates the need to go back into After Effects and re-export, saving time and simplifying collaboration between designers and developers.

Preview, Test and Share Lottie Animations

Our tool isn’t just a viewer—it’s a full-featured preview and test platform for Lottie animations. You can:

  • Preview Lottie animations across different screen sizes and devices

  • Test rendering performance in a browser or mobile simulation

  • Share the animation preview with team members via URL or embed

This feature speeds up your design-to-dev workflow, especially for agile teams building cross-platform apps.

Lottie Preview on Mac and iOS

Lottie Preview is optimized for use on Mac and iOS, as well as Windows, Android, and any modern browser. This means:

  • You can upload and test animations directly from a MacBook or iPhone

  • No app store download required—just access via browser

  • Preview Lottie animations on iOS and simulate different device resolutions

By supporting macOS, iOS, and Android platforms natively, The Lottie Company ensures your Lottie files look perfect no matter where they’re viewed.

How to Use Lottie Preview

Using Lottie Preview is simple, fast, and doesn’t require any software installation. Our web-based tool is designed to let you preview your Lottie animation instantly, edit it in real time, and test how it performs across devices.

Whether you’re a designer refining visuals, a developer testing functionality, or an animator verifying transitions, the step-by-step workflow below shows how to get the most from Lottie Preview.

Upload or Drag-and-Drop Lottie JSON

To get started, simply upload or drag-and-drop your Lottie JSON file into the Lottie Preview interface. You can also paste raw JSON code directly into the viewer.

What happens next:

  • The animation is instantly rendered in the Lottie player (in-browser)

  • No plugins, extensions, or desktop apps are required

  • Supports Lottie files created using Bodymovin from After Effects

This feature helps streamline your workflow, especially when you need to test Lottie animations quickly without switching between platforms or tools. The preview loads in real-time, allowing for immediate visual feedback.

Edit and Customize Animation

Once your animation is loaded, you can start making customizations directly in the interface. Lottie Preview includes intuitive editing tools that let you:

  • Change fill and stroke colors of vector layers

  • Modify the background color of the animation canvas

  • Zoom in or out to review details

  • Play, pause, and scrub through the timeline for precise control

These options allow designers to adapt animations for different brand styles or environments—without needing to return to After Effects. It’s a lightweight alternative to using a full Lottie editor and a faster way to iterate design ideas.

Whether you’re working on a loader, banner, or micro-interaction, you can customize your Lottie animation visually and interactively.

Test Responsiveness and Performance

Animations often behave differently depending on the platform, screen size, and performance limitations. With Lottie Preview, you can test responsiveness and preview Lottie animations across various settings:

  • Simulate behavior on iOS, Android, and web screens

  • Check how the animation scales in different resolutions

  • Spot performance or rendering issues early

Testing helps developers ensure that animations for web and mobile look consistent and run smoothly across devices. You can adjust the canvas size to replicate real-world usage on apps and websites, reducing last-minute surprises in production.

Whether you’re building for an Android device, iOS app, or web landing page, this tool is a must-have for test animations during the development process.

Export or Download Options

Once you’re satisfied with your animation, Lottie Preview offers flexible download and export options:

  • Download the edited JSON file instantly with all changes saved

  • Prepare the file for integration into projects using React Native, Swift, Flutter, or Web

  • Upcoming features will allow exporting to:

    • MP4/WebM video

    • GIF

    • Transparent GIF for overlays and layered animations

Exporting will enable users to go beyond traditional Lottie workflows—turning animations into media assets for websites, apps, and marketing campaigns.

Until then, you can still download your updated Lottie JSON and implement it directly into your app or design system. This ensures a clean, production-ready file that’s been previewed, tested, and optimized.

Upcoming Features in Lottie Preview

At The Lottie Company, we’re constantly evolving our Lottie Preview tool to make it the most powerful and flexible platform for testing, customizing, and sharing Lottie animations across devices. While our current features already enable users to preview, test, and download Lottie JSON files, we’re excited to announce a suite of upcoming features that will expand how you use and export animations in your design and development workflow.

These future updates are aimed at making Lottie Preview even more valuable for designers, developers, and animators working on web, mobile, and cross-platform apps.

Export as MP4 (WebM)

Soon, users will be able to export their Lottie animations as MP4 or WebM video files directly from the browser. This highly requested feature is ideal for those who want to:

  • Use Lottie animations in environments that don’t support Lottie JSON

  • Convert Lottie to video content for social media, marketing, or motion presentations

  • Maintain visual consistency by rendering animations as high-quality video output

This update will let you take your Lottie JSON and convert it into effects animations in real time, preserving transitions, movements, and layers. It’s a key addition for teams looking to go beyond code-based animation embedding and into full media production.

With the MP4/WebM export, you can:

  • Share animations on YouTube, Instagram, or product demos

  • Incorporate animations into video apps and desktop software

  • Test how Lotties look when used outside of JSON-based environments

Export as GIF (Standard and Transparent)

GIF export is one of the most in-demand additions to any Lottie viewer. With this feature, you’ll be able to export Lottie animations directly as GIFs, including:

  • Standard GIF: For use in emails, web banners, chats, or blogs

  • Transparent GIF: Perfect for layering on websites and custom UI elements

Whether you’re building marketing material or lightweight visual elements for web platforms, GIF support provides the flexibility to share Lottie animations without needing player support.

With just a few clicks, users will be able to:

  • Convert Lottie JSON into looping GIFs

  • Preview the animation before download

  • Export at custom sizes and frame rates

GIF support will especially help when using Lottie animations for web where code integration isn’t possible or needed.

Plans for Adding Lottie to After Effects Integration

As part of our long-term roadmap, we’re exploring ways to improve the connection between Lottie Preview and Adobe After Effects—the original source of most Lottie files.

Planned improvements may include:

  • Direct import of After Effects files (.aep) into Lottie Preview via Bodymovin

  • Live preview of animation changes from After Effects in our web tool

  • Real-time sync of animation edits, reducing round-trip exporting

This deeper After Effects integration will give motion designers and animators more control over how their creations are visualized and tested. It bridges the gap between creative design and final output by bringing together two essential parts of the animation workflow.

By previewing and testing Lotties instantly from After Effects, teams will save time, reduce errors, and improve collaboration between animation and development.

These upcoming features will expand the power of Lottie Preview—making it not just a testing tool, but a full Lottie animation platform for content creation, customization, and export across every device, app, and platform.

Stay tuned as we roll out these updates. Want to be the first to try them? Join our newsletter and get early access to new tools that change the way you preview and share Lottie animations.

Use Cases for Lottie Preview

Whether you’re designing for mobile apps, building interactive websites, or creating motion graphics for marketing, Lottie Preview is an essential tool for testing, customizing, and sharing Lottie animations with ease. The tool allows users to preview Lottie files, edit in real-time, and ensure the animation performs perfectly on any device.

Here are the most common and valuable use cases where Lottie Preview helps designers and developers streamline their workflow.

Web and Mobile UI Animations

In modern web and mobile app design, animations are more than just aesthetics—they improve usability, guide interactions, and create smooth transitions. With Lottie Preview, you can test these animations live and make real-time changes before embedding them into your interface.

Use Lottie Preview for:

  • Button interactions

  • Micro-interactions (e.g. likes, taps, toggles)

  • Menu transitions

  • Tab navigation animations

The ability to preview Lottie animations directly across multiple platforms (like iOS and Android) ensures consistency and performance in every environment. By simulating responsiveness and screen behavior, you’ll avoid the typical trial-and-error pitfalls of implementing UI animations from scratch.

Loading Indicators

Lottie loader animations have become a staple in both mobile and web applications. They add polish during wait times and enhance the user experience. With Lottie Preview, you can test how your loading animations behave across devices and adjust their colors, timing, or background with ease.

Common uses:

  • Page load animations

  • Data-fetching spinners

  • Splash screen effects

  • Network status indicators

Because Lottie files are lightweight and scalable, they’re ideal for loading indicators that must appear crisp on all screen resolutions. And with real-time preview, you can see exactly how they’ll look on a device before pushing them live.

Onboarding Screens

Onboarding animations help communicate features, processes, or product value to new users. With Lottie Preview, you can create engaging animated sequences and test Lottie animations across mobile and desktop to ensure they deliver the right message and impact.

Typical onboarding use cases:

  • Step-by-step product tutorials

  • Animated tooltips or hints

  • User success illustrations

  • Explainer sequences

Designers can preview and test these animations for responsiveness and visibility, while developers can ensure smooth integration into mobile apps using the exported Lottie JSON files. No need to rely on MP4s or GIFs—Lottie provides dynamic interactivity and smaller file sizes.

Marketing Content

Marketing teams increasingly use animated content to catch attention and drive engagement. From hero banners to social media snippets, Lottie animations provide scalable, interactive visuals that load fast and look great. With Lottie Preview, marketers and motion designers can:

  • Test brand animations and preview effects in full screen

  • Customize colors and export ready-to-use Lottie files

  • Simulate use on product landing pages, email headers, or in-app promotions

Soon, with the upcoming ability to export to MP4 or GIF, you’ll be able to use Lottie Preview not just as a testing tool, but as an animation content creation platform. This makes it perfect for creating animations for web, product demos, and branded promotional materials.

Lottie Preview enables creativity without complexity. Whether you’re working on a quick prototype or a large-scale app project, this tool ensures your Lottie animations look polished, perform well, and are easy to integrate into any design or development workflow.

Compatibility and Platforms

Lottie Preview is built to work seamlessly across devices, operating systems, and environments where designers and developers create and test animations. Whether you’re working on a Mac, testing animations for an iOS app, or previewing your Lottie files directly in a browser, the tool ensures you can preview, test, and export animations with zero friction.

Here’s a detailed breakdown of the platform support and integrations offered by Lottie Preview at The Lottie Company.

Lottie Preview for iOS

Mobile developers and designers often need to preview Lottie animations on iOS devices to ensure consistent rendering in production. With Lottie Preview, there’s no need to build a test app or compile code—just upload your Lottie JSON file and view it instantly in a responsive environment that mimics an iPhone or iPad display.

Benefits of iOS support:

  • Simulate how animations appear in iOS apps

  • Test responsiveness and screen scaling in real time

  • Ensure visual consistency with Apple design guidelines

  • Avoid app-store delays by catching issues early

Our browser-based tool makes it easy to preview and test Lottie animations on iOS, saving both time and development effort. Whether you’re working on animations for onboarding, buttons, or in-app motion, you’ll get a pixel-perfect preview every time.

Mac Support

For creative professionals working on macOS, Lottie Preview offers full support right in your browser—no installation needed. It’s ideal for designers using tools like After Effects, Sketch, or Figma on their Macs who need a quick way to preview animations outside the Adobe ecosystem.

Key benefits:

  • Works on Safari, Chrome, and Firefox for Mac

  • Optimized for Retina displays and high-resolution workflows

  • Smooth integration with macOS-based creative tools

If you’re exporting animations via Bodymovin from After Effects on Mac, you can upload the Lottie JSON immediately to our platform and begin customizing or testing without delay.

Browser Compatibility

Lottie Preview is a web-based tool that supports all major modern browsers, ensuring cross-platform consistency. This means you can preview your Lottie animations whether you’re on a laptop, tablet, or phone, regardless of operating system.

Supported browsers:

  • Google Chrome

  • Mozilla Firefox

  • Apple Safari

  • Microsoft Edge

  • Chromium-based browsers (Brave, Opera)

This flexibility makes it easy for teams to preview and test Lotties collaboratively, share animation previews, and run QA processes from any device. There’s no need to install a native app or extension—just open your browser, load the JSON file, and get started.

Integrations with Tools Like After Effects and LottieFiles

Lottie Preview is designed to integrate smoothly into your existing animation and development workflow, especially with industry-standard tools like Adobe After Effects and LottieFiles.

Here’s how it complements your toolset:

🔄 After Effects (via Bodymovin)

  • Export animations using the Bodymovin plugin

  • Drag and drop the exported JSON file into Lottie Preview

  • Preview, customize, and test your effects animations in real time

We’re also planning future enhancements to support tighter integration with After Effects, allowing users to import, sync, and preview animations without repeated exports.

🌐 LottieFiles Compatibility

  • Lottie Preview supports the same JSON format used by LottieFiles

  • You can test files downloaded from or prepared for LottieFiles

  • Compare animation rendering between tools like Lottiefiles Lottie Player and ours

  • Use Lottie Preview as an alternative to the Lottiefiles editor online

This makes Lottie Preview an essential companion for teams already using LottieFiles but looking for faster, no-login previews, enhanced editing, or offline-friendly workflows.

Lottie Preview delivers full cross-platform compatibility, supports Mac and iOS, and fits perfectly into your creative and development stack. Whether you’re creating animations for mobile apps, desktop UIs, or the web, this tool ensures smooth testing and seamless deployment across platforms.

Comparison with Other Tools

As the demand for Lottie animation software continues to grow, a variety of platforms have emerged to help creators preview, edit, and share Lottie files. Among the most well-known are LottieFiles and other standalone Lottie players or editors. But not all tools offer the same balance of speed, flexibility, and usability.

In this section, we compare Lottie Preview by The Lottie Company with competing tools—especially LottieFiles—to help you decide which option fits your workflow best.

Lottie Preview vs LottieFiles

LottieFiles is a well-established platform with a robust set of features, including a cloud-based Lottie player, asset library, and integrations. But it can be bloated for users who simply want to preview Lottie animations directly or test performance on the fly.

Here’s how Lottie Preview compares:

Feature

Lottie Preview (The Lottie Company) 

LottieFiles

Free to use 

✅ Yes, fully free

✅ Yes, with optional paid tiers

Login required

❌ No login needed

✅ Required for full features

Preview Lottie JSON

✅ Instant drag-and-drop preview 

✅ Supported

Edit colors and background

✅ Real-time editing

✅ Yes, through cloud editor

Full-screen view

✅ Built-in

❌ Limited preview options

Zoom in/out

✅ Native zoom controls

❌ Not available

Export MP4/GIF (Upcoming)

✅ Planned

✅ Premium feature

Performance

✅ Lightweight & fast

⚠️ Can be slower with large files

While LottieFiles is feature-rich, it may be overkill for users who don’t need account management, asset libraries, or cloud-based tools. Lottie Preview, on the other hand, is ideal for developers, designers, and animators who need fast, focused Lottie animation testing and previewing.

Pros and Cons of Free vs Paid Tools

There’s often confusion about whether a free Lottie animation tool can offer the same value as a paid platform. Here’s a quick breakdown of what to expect:

✅ Pros of Free Tools like Lottie Preview

  • No login or sign-up barrier

  • Instant drag-and-drop usage

  • Real-time testing and editing

  • Ideal for rapid prototyping and sharing

  • Simple UI for focused workflows

⚠️ Cons of Some Free Tools

  • May lack export formats like MP4 or GIF (though Lottie Preview is adding this soon)

  • Limited integrations with cloud services or project management tools

  • Not tailored for enterprise-scale asset management

💰 Pros of Paid Tools (e.g., LottieFiles Pro)

  • Advanced features like version control, asset hosting, and collaboration

  • Cloud rendering and team sharing

  • Export to more formats with higher customization

❌ Cons of Paid Tools

  • Requires a monthly subscription

  • Often gated behind account-based systems

  • May be too complex or bloated for quick tasks

For many creators, free tools like Lottie Preview are more than enough—especially when you need to test Lottie animations, update colors, preview across devices, and prepare assets for development.

Why Choose The Lottie Company’s Lottie Preview

Here’s why thousands of users are turning to Lottie Preview by The Lottie Company as their go-to tool:

  • 🧩 No barriers: Use the tool instantly—no login, no install, no friction.

  • ⚡ Fast performance: Load and preview Lottie JSON files in seconds.

  • 🎨 Real-time customization: Change colors, backgrounds, and zoom without leaving your browser.

  • 📱 Cross-platform testing: Simulate iOS, Android, and desktop behavior with one interface.

  • 📤 Export-ready: Download JSON for production or get ready for MP4/GIF exports soon.

  • 🔒 Safe and local: Files are rendered locally in your browser—nothing is uploaded unless you choose to share.

Compared to other platforms, Lottie Preview offers a leaner, more agile way to preview, test, and export Lottie animations. It’s purpose-built for creators who want speed and simplicity without sacrificing power.

Whether you’re a solo designer or a developer in a large team, Lottie Preview gives you everything you need to move from animation concept to implementation—fast, free, and without distractions.

Lottie Preview Reviews & Community Feedback

Since its launch, Lottie Preview by The Lottie Company has garnered positive attention from designers, developers, and animators worldwide. Its intuitive interface, real-time editing capabilities, and cross-platform compatibility have made it a go-to tool for professionals seeking efficient Lottie animation workflows.

What Users Are Saying

Users appreciate the simplicity and effectiveness of Lottie Preview. A motion designer shared on Reddit:

I used to test my animations on both web and mobile platforms because often there were errors in one and not the other... now I'm stuck previewing the web version only and hoping for the best.
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Fazal Shah
Motion Designer

Another user highlighted the tool’s utility:

I developed one myself since Lottie sucks and only allows up to 10, you can preview and edit colors for free here.
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Sohail Khan
Developer

These testimonials underscore the demand for a reliable, free, and user-friendly Lottie animation preview tool.

Use Cases from the Community

Professionals across various industries have integrated Lottie Preview into their workflows:

  • Web Developers: Utilize Lottie Preview to test and refine animations before deployment, ensuring seamless integration and performance across browsers.

  • Mobile App Designers: Leverage the tool to preview animations on different screen sizes and resolutions, optimizing user experience on both iOS and Android platforms.

  • Marketing Teams: Employ Lottie Preview to create engaging animations for promotional content, enhancing brand storytelling and audience engagement.

These diverse applications demonstrate the tool’s versatility and effectiveness in real-world scenarios.

Feedback and Testimonials

The community’s feedback has been instrumental in shaping Lottie Preview’s development. Users have praised its real-time editing features, ease of use, and the ability to preview animations without the need for complex setups. Such positive responses have solidified Lottie Preview’s reputation as a valuable asset in the animation and design community.

Lottie Preview continues to evolve, driven by user feedback and the ever-changing needs of the design and development landscape. Its commitment to providing a free, efficient, and user-centric platform ensures it remains a top choice for professionals working with Lottie animations.

FAQs About Lottie Preview

Curious about how Lottie Preview works or whether it fits your workflow? Below are answers to the most frequently asked questions from our community of designers, developers, and animators. From pricing to privacy, here’s everything you need to know about using our free Lottie animation viewer.

Is Lottie Preview Free?

Yes, Lottie Preview is 100% free to use.

There are:

  • No subscriptions

  • No login requirements

  • No hidden paywalls

You can preview Lottie animations, test responsiveness, edit colors, change the background, and download the JSON file—all without paying a cent. It’s an ideal solution for designers and developers looking for a fast, lightweight alternative to more bloated or paid platforms like LottieFiles.

The upcoming MP4 and GIF export features will also remain available for free during early rollout.

Absolutely. While most Lottie files are created in After Effects using the Bodymovin extension, you do not need After Effects to use or work with those files.

With Lottie Preview, you can:

  • Open and preview your Lottie animation

  • Edit the visual properties (e.g., color or background)

  • Test across devices including iOS, Android, and desktop

  • Download the JSON for use in your apps or websites

This makes Lottie Preview perfect for developers and non-designers who are working with existing Lottie JSON files but don’t have access to Adobe tools.

To preview Lottie animations on iOS or Mac using Lottie Preview, simply:

  1. Open the Safari or Chrome browser on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac

  2. Go to thelottiecompany.com

  3. Upload or drag your Lottie JSON file into the preview area

  4. Watch your animation render instantly

There’s no need for a separate iOS app, plugin, or extension. Our platform simulates mobile device screens, making it easy to test Lottie animations in a realistic mobile environment.

Whether you’re a developer checking an animation for iOS performance or a designer previewing layout scaling, our tool provides pixel-perfect previews on any Apple device.

Right now, Lottie Preview allows you to preview and download Lottie JSON files, but we’re excited to announce that export features are coming soon, including:

  • MP4 (WebM) Export: Turn Lottie animations into high-quality videos for social media, marketing, or presentations

  • Standard GIF Export: Loop your animations in widely supported image format

  • Transparent GIF Export: Perfect for UI overlays, hero sections, or web-based animations

These features will allow you to convert your interactive JSON animations into versatile, media-friendly formats with no need for third-party tools.

Your privacy and file safety are a top priority.

When using Lottie Preview:

  • All Lottie files are rendered locally in your browser

  • We do not store, track, or upload any data to our servers

  • No JSON file leaves your device unless you choose to share or export it

This makes Lottie Preview a secure choice for previewing sensitive animation files, especially when working on client projects or proprietary designs.

Whether you’re uploading a Lottie loader, marketing animation, or onboarding sequence, you can test and preview it with full confidence.

Still have questions? We’re here to help—reach out or follow us for updates on new features, tutorials, and user tips.

Ready to simplify your animation workflow, boost your design speed, and preview your Lottie files like a pro? Whether you’re a developer, designer, or animator, Lottie Preview by The Lottie Company is here to make your life easier—no cost, no clutter, just smooth, real-time animation testing.

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No downloads. No logins. No limits.

Preview Lottie animations for free in your browser by uploading or dragging your Lottie JSON files into our web-based tool. Instantly see how your animation performs across platforms like iOS, Android, and desktop.

  • Customize background and color

  • Zoom, edit, and preview in full screen

  • Test animations with ease

  • Download the updated JSON in seconds

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