Convert GIF to PNG
Free GIF to PNG converter. Keeps transparency. No signup, and your files are deleted after 1 hour.
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How to convert GIF to PNG
Quick answer: To convert GIF to PNG: upload your GIF file, choose PNG 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 PNG as the output format.
- Click Convert and wait a few seconds.
- Download your PNG file, or download several files at once as a ZIP.
What changes when you convert GIF to PNG
- Both formats support transparency, so see-through areas stay transparent.
- PNG stores a single image, so an animated GIF keeps only its first frame.
- Neither format throws away detail in this conversion, so the pixels are preserved.
- Photos usually get smaller when saved as PNG.
GIF vs PNG at a glance
| Feature | GIF | PNG |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | GIF (Graphics Interchange Format) | PNG (Portable Network Graphics) |
| Introduced | 1987 | 1996 |
| Compression | Lossless | Lossless |
| Transparency | Yes | Yes |
| Animation | Yes | No |
| Best for | Short looping animations, memes and very simple graphics | Logos, screenshots, icons and graphics with sharp edges or transparency |
| Compatibility | Opens in every browser, phone, computer and app. | Opens in every browser, phone, computer and app. |
When to choose PNG instead of GIF
Choose PNG for logos, screenshots, icons and graphics with sharp edges or transparency. Its main limit: photos are usually much larger than the same photo as JPG, WEBP or AVIF.
Stay with GIF if you need short looping animations, memes and very simple graphics.
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GIF to PNG FAQ
How do I convert GIF to PNG?
Upload your GIF file, select PNG as the output format and click Convert. When it finishes, download the PNG file. No software or account is needed, and your files are deleted after 1 hour.
Does converting GIF to PNG reduce quality?
No. Both formats keep the full pixel data, so the converted image looks identical.
Is transparency kept when converting GIF to PNG?
Yes. Both GIF and PNG support transparency, so see-through areas are preserved.
Can I convert an animated GIF to PNG?
PNG holds a single image, so only the first frame of an animated GIF is saved.
Will the PNG file be smaller than the GIF?
For photos, usually yes. PNG compresses images more efficiently than GIF.
Where can I open a PNG file?
Opens in every browser, phone, computer and app.
Is it free and safe to convert GIF to PNG 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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