Convert GIF to APNG
Free GIF to APNG converter. Keeps transparency. No signup, and your files are deleted after 1 hour.
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How to convert GIF to APNG
Quick answer: To convert GIF to APNG: upload your GIF file, choose APNG as the output format, click Convert and download the result. It takes a few seconds, needs no account, and your files are deleted from the server after 1 hour.
- Upload your GIF file by clicking the upload area, dragging it in, or pasting an image URL.
- Select APNG as the output format.
- Click Convert and wait a few seconds.
- Download your APNG file, or download several files at once as a ZIP.
What changes when you convert GIF to APNG
- Both formats support transparency, so see-through areas stay transparent.
- If your GIF is animated, the animation is kept in the APNG file.
- Neither format throws away detail in this conversion, so the pixels are preserved.
GIF vs APNG at a glance
| Feature | GIF | APNG |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | GIF (Graphics Interchange Format) | APNG (Animated PNG) |
| Introduced | 1987 | 2004 |
| Compression | Lossless | Lossless |
| Transparency | Yes | Yes |
| Animation | Yes | Yes |
| Best for | Short looping animations, memes and very simple graphics | Full-color animations with smooth transparency |
| Compatibility | Opens in every browser, phone, computer and app. | Supported by all current browsers; ordinary PNG viewers show only the first frame. |
When to choose APNG instead of GIF
Choose APNG for full-color animations with smooth transparency. Its main limit: files are larger than animated WebP.
Stay with GIF if you need short looping animations, memes and very simple graphics.
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GIF to APNG FAQ
How do I convert GIF to APNG?
Upload your GIF file, select APNG as the output format and click Convert. When it finishes, download the APNG file. No software or account is needed, and your files are deleted after 1 hour.
Does converting GIF to APNG reduce quality?
No. Both formats keep the full pixel data, so the converted image looks identical.
Is transparency kept when converting GIF to APNG?
Yes. Both GIF and APNG support transparency, so see-through areas are preserved.
Can I convert an animated GIF to APNG?
Yes. Animated GIF files stay animated in APNG, including frame timing.
Will the APNG file be smaller than the GIF?
File sizes are usually similar.
Where can I open a APNG file?
Supported by all current browsers; ordinary PNG viewers show only the first frame.
Is it free and safe to convert GIF to APNG here?
Yes. It is free for up to 20 files per day and 100 MB per file, with no sign-up. Files are processed on our server, never shared, and deleted automatically after 1 hour.
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