GIF to MOV Converter
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Use this GIF to MOV converter to turn GIF files into MOV right in your browser — ideal for Apple and QuickTime video, iPhone recordings and video editing. GIF uses lossless compression and MOV uses lossy compression, so file size and quality can change.
When should you convert GIF to MOV?
- To reduce file size and make uploading and sharing easier
- To get MOV's built-in advantage: high quality
- To move past GIF's common limitation: only 256 colors
- To open your files in apps that prefer MOV
About GIF and MOV files
GIF image
Strengths
- supports animation
- widely supported
- supports transparency
Limitations
- only 256 colors
- large files for video-like content
MOV video
Strengths
- high quality
- great for editing
Limitations
- large files
- best support on Apple devices
GIF vs MOV
| Format | GIF | MOV |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossless | Lossy |
| Transparency | Yes | — |
| Best for | short looping animations and simple web graphics | Apple and QuickTime video and iPhone recordings |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is this GIF to MOV converter free?
- Yes. You can convert GIF to MOV online for free, with no account and no watermark.
- Do I need to install software or sign up?
- No. The conversion runs entirely in your browser — no installs and no account required.
- Will converting GIF to MOV reduce quality?
- MOV uses lossy compression, so the file can get smaller while some visual quality may change.
- Are my files safe?
- Yes. Files are processed only to complete the conversion and are auto-deleted after 2 hours. We never share them.
- Can I convert multiple GIF files at once?
- Yes. Drop several files to convert them in a batch and download the results as a single ZIP.