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About PNG to GIF
Convert PNG to GIF
PNG to GIF converts PNG files to GIF. PNG is a lossless raster format that supports full transparency. It suits screenshots, logos and graphics with sharp edges, but photographs make large PNG files. GIF is limited to 256 colours per frame, supports simple on/off transparency and can hold animation.
What to know about PNG to GIF
The formats involved, when to use this conversion, and where it runs.
About PNG
PNG is a lossless raster format that supports full transparency. It suits screenshots, logos and graphics with sharp edges, but photographs make large PNG files.
About GIF
GIF is limited to 256 colours per frame, supports simple on/off transparency and can hold animation.
Best for
Simple graphics and short animations that must play in older apps and email.
Where it runs
Converted on our servers with our image processing service. The file travels over HTTPS and is deleted automatically afterwards.
Works everywhere
Desktop, tablet, or mobile—use the same workflow on any device.
Free to use
Start converting for free with no account. Paid plans raise limits; see the Pricing page.
How PNG to GIF works
What happens to your file from upload to download.
1
Upload your PNG file
The file type and size are checked before anything is processed, so unsupported files are rejected straight away.
2
Convert on our servers
The file is uploaded over HTTPS and converted to GIF with our image processing service.
3
Download the GIF file
Save the result to your device. Copies on our servers are deleted automatically by a cleanup job.
More PNG and GIF conversions
Other conversions available for these formats; search above to open them.
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PNG
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To GIF
JPG / WEBP / MP4
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Convert to
GIF
How to use PNG to GIF
Step-by-step instructions for this conversion.
01
Add your file
Add your PNG file by dragging it into the upload area or choosing it from your device.
02
Choose the output
Confirm GIF as the output format and, if offered, adjust quality or size.
03
Run the conversion
Start the conversion. The file is uploaded and converted on our servers while the progress bar updates.
04
Download and check
Download the GIF file and check it before deleting the original.
Good to know: PNG to GIF
Differences between the two formats that affect the result.
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GIF is limited to 256 colours, so photographs can look banded or grainy after conversion. Images larger than 1,024 pixels are scaled down to fit.
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GIF compression is lossy, so expect a smaller file and a small loss of fine detail. Avoid repeatedly re-saving the same image.
PNG to GIF
PNG to GIF in a sentence
PNG to GIF converts PNG files to GIF.
PNG to GIF
Best for
Simple graphics and short animations that must play in older apps and email.
PNG to GIF
What to expect
You download a new GIF file; your PNG file is not changed.
Private by design
This conversion runs on ToolzStack servers: your file is uploaded over HTTPS, converted, and kept only so that you can download the result. An automated cleanup job then deletes it (see the Privacy Policy for the current retention period).
HTTPS in transit
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Encrypted in transit (HTTPS)
No registration required
No watermarks added
Large files supported within plan limits
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FAQs for PNG to GIF
Common answers so you can keep moving.
What is the difference between PNG and GIF?
PNG is a lossless raster format that supports full transparency. It suits screenshots, logos and graphics with sharp edges, but photographs make large PNG files. GIF is limited to 256 colours per frame, supports simple on/off transparency and can hold animation.
Will converting PNG to GIF change quality?
GIF is limited to 256 colours, so photographs can look banded or grainy after conversion. Images larger than 1,024 pixels are scaled down to fit.
Is my PNG file uploaded to a server?
This conversion runs on ToolzStack servers: your file is uploaded over HTTPS, converted, and kept only so that you can download the result. An automated cleanup job then deletes it (see the Privacy Policy for the current retention period).
Can I control the output quality?
Where a quality control is shown on the page you can lower it for smaller files or raise it for better detail. Browser conversions default to quality 92 out of 100; server conversions use 90 for JPG and 80 for WebP.
My PNG file will not convert
Make sure the file really is PNG (renaming an extension does not change the format) and that it opens correctly on your device. Password-protected, DRM-protected or corrupted files are rejected. If the file is very large, try again with a smaller one.
The output does not look right
GIF is limited to 256 colours, so photographs can look banded or grainy after conversion. Images larger than 1,024 pixels are scaled down to fit.