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.
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Format comparison
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
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
Add files
Drop or click to select your GIF files (multiple supported)
Confirm output
Default is WebP. You can change to another supported output format if needed.
Adjust options
Set quality, resize, and metadata options only if you need them.
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
- W3C: PNG 3rd Edition
Official PNG/APNG specification reference.
- AOM: AVIF Specification
Normative AVIF container and coding behavior.
- JPEG Committee
Primary standards source for JPEG and JPEG XL.
- Google Developers: WebP
Reference for WebP encoding and support behavior.
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