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GIF to WebP — Dramatically Shrink Animated GIFs

Convert animated GIFs to WebP for 50%+ file size reduction. Improve performance for social sharing and website loading.

Local Processing Only

Drop GIF files here or click to select

.gif (multiple files)

Format comparison

Source

GIF (Graphics Interchange Format) is a palette-based format limited to 256 colors, widely used for simple animations.

Pros

  • Animation support
  • Universal support
  • Great for simple graphics

Cons

  • 256 color limit
  • Poor for photos
  • Large file sizes
Target

WebP is a web-focused image format that often achieves smaller files while keeping good visual quality.

Pros

  • Often smaller for web delivery
  • Transparency support (useful for UI assets)
  • Broad browser support

Cons

  • Some older browsers unsupported
  • Limited editing software support

When to Convert GIF to WebP

Use this to convert GIF to WebP as a still image—for simple assets and web delivery. (Animated GIFs are converted as the first frame only.)

Technical Format Details

GIF Technical Specifications

Technical details


GIF is a palette-based raster format limited to 256 colors. It’s common for simple looping animations, but it’s not ideal for photos or gradients and can become large.

Good for

- Simple loops: Lightweight motion for basic graphics
- Low-color art: Icons and flat illustrations

Notes

- Color limit: Photos and subtle gradients degrade easily
- Conversion behavior: This site’s image conversion treats GIF as a still image (animation isn’t preserved; first frame only)

Reference: GIF89a Specification
WebP Technical Specifications

Technical details


WebP is a web-focused image format that supports both lossy and lossless modes, and it can store transparency.

Good for

- Web delivery: Balancing file size and visual quality
- Transparent assets: Often lighter than PNG in many cases

Notes

- Editing: Support varies across software
- Compatibility: Some older environments may not support WebP

Reference: Google Developers: WebP

How to Use

1

Add files

Drop or click to select your GIF files (multiple supported)

2

Confirm output

Default is WebP. You can change to another supported output format if needed.

3

Adjust options

Set quality, resize, and metadata options only if you need them.

4

Convert & download

Download each file, or download everything as a ZIP for batch outputs.

FAQ

Can animated GIFs be converted to WebP?

Yes. WebP supports animation and converts GIF frames individually. Note that browser-based Canvas processing may convert only the first frame.

How much smaller will the file be?

Depends on color count and frame count, but for still images, 50–80% size savings are typical.

Does WebP have the same 256-color limit as GIF?

No. WebP supports 24-bit true color (~16.7 million colors), so gradients look much smoother than in GIF.

Will converting reduce image quality?

It depends on the output format. PNG is lossless, so quality stays the same. Lossy formats like JPEG/WebP/AVIF/JXL can change file size and appearance depending on the quality setting. Always verify with the final output before publishing.

Can I keep Exif metadata?

When "Keep Exif/Metadata" is ON, we try to carry over things like capture time, camera info, and GPS where possible. Some tags may be dropped depending on the input, output format, and browser environment. Turn it OFF if you want to remove location data before sharing.

Can I convert multiple files at once?

Yes. You can select multiple files, convert them in one run, and download each file individually. For multiple outputs, you can also download everything as a ZIP. For very large batches, splitting into smaller runs is more stable.

Are my images uploaded to a server?

No. Conversion runs locally in your browser, and your images are not sent to an external server.

What if conversion fails or is slow?

Some formats (like HEIC/HEIF) depend on browser support. If it fails, try another browser, reduce the number of files, or resize before converting.

Is GIF animation preserved?

No. This converter treats GIFs as still images, so animation is not preserved and only the first frame is converted. If you need animated output, use a dedicated animation-aware converter.

References