GIF (.gif)

Frequently asked questions

What is a .gif file?

GIF (Graphics Interchange Format) supports basic looping animation with a limited 256-color palette. It remains popular for short, silent, shareable clips.

What is GIF good for?

GIF works well for short looping animations, simple graphics with few colors, universal sharing on social platforms.

What are the downsides of GIF?

Limited to 256 colors — poor for photos No audio track Much larger than modern video for the same clip

How do I convert GIF to another format?

You can convert GIF to PNG, JPG, WEBP, BMP, ICO, MP4 right in your browser — nothing is uploaded.