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PNG to GIF converts lossless PNG pixels into GIF’s 256-color, LZW-compressed format—useful for small animated loops and broader web compatibility.

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How PNG to GIF Conversion Works

PNG is an image format: it uses lossless DEFLATE compression and supports a full alpha-transparency channel, preserving every pixel exactly as encoded. GIF is an image format that stores up to 256 indexed colours per frame and supports frame-based animation in a single file. This conversion changes the file's encoding, compression method, and supported feature set. Colour profiles and orientation metadata are preserved in the output. Converting between these two formats is common when the source application does not support GIF natively or when the target platform only accepts GIF. 1converter processes this conversion server-side using open-source tools. Files are transferred over HTTPS, converted on secure cloud servers, and automatically deleted after 24 hours.

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How to Convert PNG to GIF

Follow these simple steps to convert your PNG files to GIF format in seconds

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Step 1

Upload your PNG file to the converter

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Step 2

Choose GIF as the output format and review size/quality options if available

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Step 3

Adjust palette-related settings (if shown) to control color banding from PNG to GIF

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Step 4

Start the conversion to generate the GIF with the best available color quantization

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Step 5

Download the resulting GIF and verify transparency and appearance in your target app

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Average conversion time: Less than 2 minutes

Visual Conversion Preview

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Source file

Size:2.4 MB
Format:PNG
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Converting...

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Output file

This visualization shows the typical conversion process from PNG to GIF format, including expected size reduction and quality retention.

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Choose Your Conversion Quality

Select the perfect balance between quality and file size for your PNG to GIF conversion

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Low Quality

Smallest file, basic quality

File Size:Very Small
Speed:Very Fast
Quality Level
Recommended
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Medium Quality

Balanced size and quality

File Size:Medium
Speed:Fast
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High Quality

Larger file, great quality

File Size:Large
Speed:Moderate
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Maximum Quality

Largest file, best possible quality

File Size:Very Large
Speed:Slow
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When to use Low/Medium:

  • •Web uploads and social media sharing
  • •Email attachments with size limits
  • •Quick previews and thumbnails

When to use High/Maximum:

  • •Professional printing and publishing
  • •Archive and long-term storage
  • •When quality is more important than size

Image Tip: For photos, Medium quality offers the best balance. For graphics with text or sharp edges, use High or Maximum quality to preserve clarity.

Why Convert PNG to GIF?

Discover the advantages of converting your PNG files to GIF format

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Reduces file size by converting PNG’s true-color/alpha to GIF’s indexed 256-color palette

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Creates a GIF-ready format for simple loops and lightweight animations from static frames

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Improves compatibility with older browsers and chat apps that expect GIF media

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Allows transparency via GIF’s single-bit (on/off) transparency index instead of PNG alpha

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Often preserves edge contrast better for line art after palette quantization than typical JPEG conversion

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Popular Use Cases

See how professionals use our PNG to GIF converter in real-world scenarios

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Turning a logo PNG into a small GIF for use in email signatures and messaging apps

Convert PNG to GIF for this purpose quickly and easily.

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Converting a screenshot PNG into a shareable animated GIF frame set

Convert PNG to GIF for this purpose quickly and easily.

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Preparing icons for lightweight web embeds where GIF is preferred over heavier formats

Convert PNG to GIF for this purpose quickly and easily.

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Making looping meme-style graphics from a PNG that will be animated later

Convert PNG to GIF for this purpose quickly and easily.

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Exporting marketing banner frames as GIF when the target platform supports only GIF

Convert PNG to GIF for this purpose quickly and easily.

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PNG vs GIF

PNG → GIF

Source Format

PNG

Quality:excellent
File Size:medium
Compatibility:universal

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  • checkLossless quality
  • checkTransparency support
  • checkGreat for graphics

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  • closeLarger file size
  • closeNot ideal for photos
Target Format

GIF

Quality:fair
File Size:medium
Compatibility:universal

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  • checkAnimation support
  • checkUniversal compatibility

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  • closeLimited colors (256)
  • closeLarger than video for animations

PNG → GIF

GIF offers broader compatibility than PNG and runs on every major platform. Convert your existing PNG files when the target application, platform, or workflow requires GIF.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about converting PNG to GIF

Not perfectly: PNG is lossless with full color (and optional alpha), while GIF is limited to a 256-color indexed palette and uses LZW compression. Expect color reduction and possible banding, especially in gradients.
PNG supports full alpha (partial transparency), but GIF supports only one transparent index (binary transparency). Semi-transparent areas may become fully opaque or fully transparent.
GIF size can still be large if the image has complex colors, because the converter must quantize to 256 colors. Reducing dimensions or simplifying the image often yields smaller, cleaner results.
Yes—GIF is widely supported for simple animations and static images across many web and messaging clients. However, the 256-color limitation can affect fidelity compared with PNG.

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