Free TIFF to GIF converter online
Need a GIF instead of a TIFF? This free converter turns TIFF 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.
TIFF is the workhorse format of scanners, printers, publishers and photo archives. It can store images uncompressed or with lossless compression, several pages in one file, and lots of metadata. TIFF files are huge and most browsers, phones and websites can't display them, so they usually need converting before sharing online.
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 TIFF 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 TIFF to GIF?
- GIF is supported by every browser, email client, forum and chat app, including old software that rejects newer formats.
- TIFF files are often rejected or can't be opened by web browsers, phones, social networks and most upload forms; GIF avoids that problem.
How to convert TIFF to GIF
- Click the upload box or drag and drop your TIFF 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 TIFF 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.
TIFF vs GIF: what's the difference?
| Feature | TIFF | GIF |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Tagged Image File Format | Graphics Interchange Format |
| Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Compression | None, LZW, Deflate or JPEG | Lossless (256 colours max) |
| Transparency | Yes | 1-bit (on/off) |
| Animation | No (multi-page) | Yes |
| Typical file size | Very large | Medium |
| Best for | scanning, professional printing, publishing and archiving | simple animations and reaction images |
| Compatibility | Printers, scanners and pro editors; browsers (except Safari), phones and websites can't open it | Universal |
| File extensions | .tif, .tiff | .gif |
| MIME type | image/tiff | image/gif |
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert TIFF to GIF?
Open this page, add your TIFF 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 TIFF 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 TIFF.
Can I convert multiple TIFF files to GIF at once?
Yes. Select or drop as many TIFF files as you like; there is no limit on the number or size of files.
Is the TIFF to GIF free?
Yes. The TIFF 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 TIFF 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 TIFF 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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