Free PNG to GIF converter online
Need a GIF instead of a PNG? This free converter turns PNG files into GIF 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.
PNG is a lossless format: it never throws image data away, so text and sharp edges stay crisp and it supports full transparency. The trade-off is file size: a photo saved as PNG is often 5 to 10 times bigger than the same photo as JPG. PNG files can hold hidden text chunks with software names, authors and dates.
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.
About PNG and GIF 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 PNG to GIF?
- GIF is supported by every browser, email client, forum and chat app, including old software that rejects newer formats.
How to convert PNG to GIF
- Click the upload box or drag and drop your PNG files (you can select several at once).
- Conversion to GIF starts automatically. Change the options if you like.
- Download each GIF file or click 'Download all' for a ZIP.
Features
- Batch conversionConvert hundreds of PNG files at once.
- No uploadFiles never leave your device, so it is fast and private.
- Strips metadataThe GIF files contain no EXIF or GPS data.
- Any deviceWorks on iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac and Chromebook.
PNG vs GIF: what's the difference?
| Feature | PNG | GIF |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Portable Network Graphics | Graphics Interchange Format |
| Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Compression | Lossless | Lossless (256 colours max) |
| Transparency | Yes (full alpha) | 1-bit (on/off) |
| Animation | APNG only | Yes |
| Typical file size | Large | Medium |
| Best for | screenshots, logos, graphics with text and anything that needs a transparent background | simple animations and reaction images |
| Compatibility | Universal: every browser, OS and editor | Universal |
| File extensions | .png | .gif |
| MIME type | image/png | image/gif |
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert PNG to GIF?
Open this page, add your PNG files, and FileStripe converts them to GIF 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 PNG to GIF reduce quality?
GIF is limited to 256 colours, so photos can look slightly grainy; logos, icons and simple graphics look the same. FileStripe builds an optimised 256-colour palette for each PNG.
Can I convert multiple PNG files to GIF at once?
Yes. Select or drop as many PNG files as you like; there is no limit on the number or size of files.
Is the PNG to GIF free?
Yes. The PNG to GIF 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 PNG to GIF 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 PNG to GIF 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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