Free WebP to GIF converter online
Need a GIF instead of a WebP? This free converter turns WebP 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.
WebP is a modern format created by Google for the web. It is typically 25 to 35 percent smaller than an equivalent JPG and supports transparency and animation, which is why so many websites now serve it. The downside is compatibility: older versions of Photoshop, Windows Photo Viewer, many printers and lots of upload forms still cannot open WebP files.
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 WebP 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 WebP to GIF?
- GIF is supported by every browser, email client, forum and chat app, including old software that rejects newer formats.
- WebP files are often rejected or can't be opened by older Photoshop versions, Windows Photo Viewer, printers and many upload forms; GIF avoids that problem.
How to convert WebP to GIF
- Click the upload box or drag and drop your WebP 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 WebP 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.
WebP vs GIF: what's the difference?
| Feature | WebP | GIF |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | WebP (Google) | Graphics Interchange Format |
| Released | 2010 | 1987 |
| Compression | Lossy and lossless | Lossless (256 colours max) |
| Transparency | Yes (full alpha) | 1-bit (on/off) |
| Animation | Yes | Yes |
| Typical file size | Very small | Medium |
| Best for | websites, because it is 25-35% smaller than JPG at the same quality | simple animations and reaction images |
| Compatibility | All modern browsers; some older desktop apps and upload forms still reject it | Universal |
| File extensions | .webp | .gif |
| MIME type | image/webp | image/gif |
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert WebP to GIF?
Open this page, add your WebP 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 WebP 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 WebP.
Can I convert multiple WebP files to GIF at once?
Yes. Select or drop as many WebP files as you like; there is no limit on the number or size of files.
Why do images from websites save as WebP?
Websites serve WebP because it loads faster. Your browser saves the image in the format it was delivered in.
Is the WebP to GIF free?
Yes. The WebP 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 WebP 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 WebP 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.
Last updated · Processing happens locally in your browser.