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PNG to GIF converter online free

Convert PNG to GIF online free. Upload PNG images, preview, and download as GIF — all in your browser with no server upload.

What is a PNG to GIF converter?

A PNG to GIF converter takes PNG (Portable Network Graphics) images and re-encodes them as GIF (Graphics Interchange Format). This tool loads your PNG image, quantizes its colors to the 256-color GIF palette, and exports it as a standard GIF — all within your browser without uploading your files to any server.

PNG to GIF converter features

Simple, fast, private format conversion.

  1. Drag and drop upload: Drop or select PNG files from your device.
  2. Live preview: See your image before downloading.
  3. Transparency support: Preserves transparent pixels from original PNG.
  4. Browser-based: No server upload or account required.

How to use this tool

Convert PNG to GIF in seconds.

  1. Upload PNG: Drop or select a PNG file from your device.
  2. Preview: Inspect the image in the preview area.
  3. Download GIF: Save the converted GIF to your device.

Tips for PNG to GIF conversion

Get the best results.

  1. Best for simple graphics: GIF works best with images that have few colors — icons, logos, diagrams.
  2. Color banding: Photos with gradients may show banding due to the 256-color limit.
  3. File size comparison: GIF may be smaller or larger than PNG depending on image complexity.

Great for

Common PNG to GIF conversion scenarios.

  1. Web compatibility: Use GIF for platforms that do not support PNG.
  2. Smaller file sizes: Simple graphics often compress better in GIF format.
  3. Icons and logos: Solid-color graphics with limited colors convert perfectly to GIF.
  4. Legacy systems: Older software may require GIF format for images.

Why use this tool

Fast, private, browser-based PNG to GIF conversion.

  1. 100% free: No sign-ups, no limits, no hidden costs.
  2. Privacy first: All processing happens locally in your browser.
  3. No app needed: Works directly in your browser on any device.
  4. Quick conversion: Instant results with no waiting.

Technical details

How PNG to GIF conversion works.

  1. Conversion path: PNG loaded as Image → drawn to Canvas 2D → pixel quantization → GIF export.
  2. Color limit: GIF supports a maximum of 256 colors per frame.
  3. Transparency: Binary alpha — fully transparent or fully opaque.
  4. Output format: GIF 89a via gifenc library.

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