Convert PNG to GIF
Free PNG to GIF converter. Keeps transparency. No signup, and your files are deleted after 1 hour.
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How to convert PNG to GIF
Quick answer: To convert PNG to GIF: upload your PNG file, choose GIF 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 PNG file by clicking the upload area, dragging it in, or pasting an image URL.
- Select GIF as the output format.
- Click Convert and wait a few seconds.
- Download your GIF file, or download several files at once as a ZIP.
What changes when you convert PNG to GIF
- Both formats support transparency, so see-through areas stay transparent.
- Your PNG is a still image, so the GIF will also be a still image.
- Neither format throws away detail in this conversion, so the pixels are preserved.
- Expect a larger file with GIF; it trades size for quality or features.
PNG vs GIF at a glance
| Feature | PNG | GIF |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | PNG (Portable Network Graphics) | GIF (Graphics Interchange Format) |
| Introduced | 1996 | 1987 |
| Compression | Lossless | Lossless |
| Transparency | Yes | Yes |
| Animation | No | Yes |
| Best for | Logos, screenshots, icons and graphics with sharp edges or transparency | Short looping animations, memes and very simple graphics |
| Compatibility | Opens in every browser, phone, computer and app. | Opens in every browser, phone, computer and app. |
When to choose GIF instead of PNG
Choose GIF for short looping animations, memes and very simple graphics. Its main limit: it is limited to 256 colors, so photos look banded and files get large.
Stay with PNG if you need logos, screenshots, icons and graphics with sharp edges or transparency.
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PNG to GIF FAQ
How do I convert PNG to GIF?
Upload your PNG file, select GIF as the output format and click Convert. When it finishes, download the GIF file. No software or account is needed, and your files are deleted after 1 hour.
Does converting PNG to GIF reduce quality?
No. Both formats keep the full pixel data, so the converted image looks identical.
Is transparency kept when converting PNG to GIF?
Yes. Both PNG and GIF support transparency, so see-through areas are preserved.
Can I convert an animated PNG to GIF?
Yes, but only if the source is animated. A still PNG produces a still GIF.
Will the GIF file be smaller than the PNG?
Usually no. GIF files tend to be larger than PNG because GIF keeps more data.
Where can I open a GIF file?
Opens in every browser, phone, computer and app.
Is it free and safe to convert PNG to GIF 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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