Convert GIF to PNG - Convertlet

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GIF to PNG Conversion

GIF is a format known for its ability to support animations. However, it is limited to a palette of 256 colors, which can make photographs look grainy. GIFs are best used for simple graphics and small animations.

PNG files use lossless compression. This means you can edit and save a PNG as many times as you want without losing any quality. PNGs also support transparency, allowing parts of your image to be see-through. This makes PNG ideal for logos, graphics, and any image that needs to be layered over other content.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should you convert GIF to PNG?

GIF uses indexed color with a maximum 256-color palette, creating severe limitations for photos and gradients - you see visible color banding, dithering patterns, and posterization. This made sense in 1987 when GIF was created (dial-up modems, limited displays), but is completely outdated for modern image quality standards. Static GIF photos look terrible compared to true-color formats. Converting GIF to PNG unlocks 24-bit true color (16.7 million colors), eliminating banding and dithering for smooth, photographic-quality gradients and accurate color reproduction. PNG provides superior lossless compression for static images, maintaining alpha transparency support (though PNG supports 256 levels of transparency vs GIF's binary on/off). Perfect for preserving old GIF images at maximum quality, extracting frames from GIF animations for editing, or modernizing vintage graphics. File sizes may increase or decrease depending on image complexity - simple graphics compress well in PNG, complex dithered photos may be larger initially.

Is this service free?

Yes, Convertlet is 100% free to use. You can convert as many images as you want without any hidden fees or subscriptions.

Is it secure?

Absolutely. All conversions happen securely. Your files are processed and then immediately deleted from our servers to ensure your privacy.

What formats are supported?

We support a wide range of image formats. Input formats: .jpg, .jpeg, .png, .webp, .gif, .svg, .heic, .heif, .avif, .bmp, .ico, .tiff, .dng, .eps. Output formats: .png, .jpg, .jpeg, .webp, .avif, .bmp, .gif, .ico, .tiff. You can convert between any of these formats easily.