Convert GIF to HEIC
Convert GIF images to HEIC for free. Reduce file size by 60-80%. No signup, instant download.
About GIF to HEIC conversion
GIF is released by CompuServe in 1987 and is the universal support but limited by its age for short animations, simple graphics. HEIC was created by MPEG in 2015 and is best for iPhone photos, Apple ecosystem. Converting GIF to HEIC typically reduces file size by 60-80% with no visible quality loss at normal viewing sizes — perfect for email, web uploads, and sharing. GIF files can be a problem when their support is limited — converting to HEIC solves compatibility issues.
GIF vs HEIC: at a glance
| Property | GIF | HEIC |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | lossless | lossy |
| Transparency | Yes | Yes |
| Animation | Yes | Yes |
| Color depth | 8-bit (256 colors) | up to 16-bit |
| Created by | CompuServe | MPEG |
| Introduced | 1987 | 2015 |
| Best for | short animations, simple graphics, memes | iPhone photos, Apple ecosystem |
GIF is lossless — perfect pixels, larger files. HEIC is lossy — smaller files with minor quality trade-offs. For photographs, converting from GIF to HEIC is the single best way to reduce file size.
Common use cases
- Opening GIF files in tools that don't support them natively
- Reducing GIF file size by 60-80% before email or upload
- Sharing GIF files with users who only have HEIC support
- Standardizing GIF assets into HEIC for a consistent workflow
How it works
- Upload your GIF file using the tool above.
- Our server converts it to HEIC.
- Download the result instantly. No signup required.