The Verge
Google’s killing off Tenor GIF searches in other apps
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Google is discontinuing the Tenor API, which provided GIF search functionality to third-party platforms. The Tenor website and its searchable GIF library will remain operational. Platforms including X, Discord, Bluesky, and WhatsApp previously integrated the API and are now required to migrate to alternative solutions.
Original reporting: https://www.theverge.com/tech/959658/google-tenor-api-shutdown-gif-picker