How to use the GIF to PNG Converter
- 1Drop your GIF files into the box above, or tap to choose them.
- 2Each file converts to PNG right away in your browser.
- 3Download files one by one, or all at once as a ZIP.
GIF vs PNG
| GIF | PNG | |
|---|---|---|
| Transparent background | Yes | Yes |
| Animation | Yes | No |
| Compression | Lossless | Lossless |
| Best for | simple animations and stickers that play anywhere | screenshots, logos and graphics that need sharp edges or transparency |
Why convert GIF to PNG?
GIF is great for simple animations and stickers that play anywhere, but only 256 colours, so photos look grainy. PNG is the standard lossless image format of the web, so the file will open where you need it.
What is a GIF file?
GIF (Graphics Interchange Format) is a 1987 format still used everywhere for short animations. It is best for simple animations and stickers that play anywhere.
The catch: only 256 colours, so photos look grainy.
What is a PNG file?
PNG (Portable Network Graphics) is the standard lossless image format of the web. It is best for screenshots, logos and graphics that need sharp edges or transparency.
The catch: photos as PNG are several times larger than the same photo as JPG.
Is this GIF to PNG Converter safe?
Yes. Conversion happens on your own device inside your browser. Your files are never uploaded to a server, so nobody else can see them – it even works offline once the page has loaded.
GIF to PNG Converter – FAQ
Is the GIF to PNG Converter free?
Yes. Convert as many GIF files to PNG as you like – no sign-up, no limits and no watermark.
Are my GIF files uploaded anywhere?
No. Every file is converted on your device, in your browser. Nothing is sent to a server.
Can I convert many GIF files to PNG at once?
Yes. Drop in a whole batch and download them all together as one ZIP file.
Will I lose quality converting GIF to PNG?
No. PNG keeps every pixel, though the file may be larger than the original.