How to use the PNG to GIF Converter
- 1Drop your PNG files into the box above, or tap to choose them.
- 2Each file converts to GIF right away in your browser.
- 3Download files one by one, or all at once as a ZIP.
PNG vs GIF
| PNG | GIF | |
|---|---|---|
| Transparent background | Yes | Yes |
| Animation | No | Yes |
| Compression | Lossless | Lossless |
| Best for | screenshots, logos and graphics that need sharp edges or transparency | simple animations and stickers that play anywhere |
Why convert PNG to GIF?
PNG is great for screenshots, logos and graphics that need sharp edges or transparency, but photos as PNG are several times larger than the same photo as JPG. GIF is a 1987 format still used everywhere for short animations, so the file will open where you need it.
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.
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.
Is this PNG to GIF 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.
PNG to GIF Converter – FAQ
Is the PNG to GIF Converter free?
Yes. Convert as many PNG files to GIF as you like – no sign-up, no limits and no watermark.
Are my PNG files uploaded anywhere?
No. Every file is converted on your device, in your browser. Nothing is sent to a server.
Can I convert many PNG files to GIF at once?
Yes. Drop in a whole batch and download them all together as one ZIP file.
Will I lose quality converting PNG to GIF?
No. GIF keeps every pixel, though the file may be larger than the original.