Free GIF to BMP converter online
Need a BMP instead of a GIF? This free converter turns GIF files into BMP images right in your browser. Add as many files as you like, adjust the settings and download the results individually or together as a ZIP.
GIF is one of the oldest image formats still in use. It is limited to 256 colours, so photos look grainy, and transparency is all-or-nothing. It survives because it supports animation everywhere. When you convert a GIF to a still format, FileStripe uses the first frame.
BMP is an uncompressed bitmap format from early Windows. Because it stores every pixel raw, BMP files are enormous (a 12 megapixel photo is about 36 MB) but they are trivially simple, so old software, microcontrollers, label printers and some games still require them.
About GIF and BMP files
New to these formats? These pages explain what each one is for and how to open it on Windows, Mac, iPhone and Android.
Why convert GIF to BMP?
- BMP is required by some legacy Windows software, embedded displays, label printers and game engines.
How to convert GIF to BMP
- Click the upload box or drag and drop your GIF files (you can select several at once).
- Conversion to BMP starts automatically. Change the options if you like.
- Download each BMP file or click 'Download all' for a ZIP.
Features
- Batch conversionConvert hundreds of GIF files at once.
- No uploadFiles never leave your device, so it is fast and private.
- Strips metadataThe BMP files contain no EXIF or GPS data.
- Any deviceWorks on iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac and Chromebook.
GIF vs BMP: what's the difference?
| Feature | GIF | BMP |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Graphics Interchange Format | Bitmap Image File |
| Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Compression | Lossless (256 colours max) | None (uncompressed) |
| Transparency | 1-bit (on/off) | Rarely supported |
| Animation | Yes | No |
| Typical file size | Medium | Huge |
| Best for | simple animations and reaction images | legacy Windows software, embedded devices and some printers |
| Compatibility | Universal | Windows apps and most editors; inefficient for the web |
| File extensions | .gif | .bmp, .dib |
| MIME type | image/gif | image/bmp |
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert GIF to BMP?
Open this page, add your GIF files, and FileStripe converts them to BMP in your browser. Then download the files one by one or as a ZIP. It takes a few seconds and you don't need to install anything.
Will converting GIF to BMP reduce quality?
No further quality is lost. BMP is lossless, so the BMP file looks exactly like the decoded GIF.
Can I convert multiple GIF files to BMP at once?
Yes. Select or drop as many GIF files as you like; there is no limit on the number or size of files.
What happens to animated GIFs?
The first frame of the animation is converted.
Is the GIF to BMP free?
Yes. The GIF to BMP is completely free with no sign-up, no watermarks, no daily limits and no premium tier.
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. FileStripe processes your files locally in your web browser using JavaScript. Nothing is uploaded, so the GIF to BMP is safe for private photos and confidential documents and even works offline once the page has loaded.
Does it work on iPhone and Android?
Yes. The GIF to BMP works in Safari, Chrome, Firefox, Edge and Samsung Internet on phones, tablets and computers. On a phone you can pick files from your photo library or files app and share the result straight to another app.
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