GIF to PNG Converter
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Use this GIF to PNG converter to turn GIF files into PNG right in your browser — ideal for screenshots, logos and icons and graphics with transparency. PNG is valued for being transparent backgrounds, while GIF comes with a tradeoff: only 256 colors.
When should you convert GIF to PNG?
- To get PNG's built-in advantage: transparent backgrounds
- To move past GIF's common limitation: only 256 colors
- To open your files in apps that prefer PNG
- To share PNG files more easily
About GIF and PNG files
GIF image
Strengths
- supports animation
- widely supported
- supports transparency
Limitations
- only 256 colors
- large files for video-like content
PNG image
Strengths
- transparent backgrounds
- sharp text and lines
- lossless quality
Limitations
- larger files than JPG for photos
- no animation
GIF vs PNG
| Format | GIF | PNG |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossless | Lossless |
| Transparency | Yes | Yes |
| Best for | short looping animations and simple web graphics | screenshots and logos and icons |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is this GIF to PNG converter free?
- Yes. You can convert GIF to PNG 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.
- Why convert to PNG instead of staying with GIF?
- PNG is known for being transparent backgrounds — that's what you gain by converting instead of keeping the GIF file.
- 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.