Convert PNG to GIF

PNG (Portable Network Graphics) was created in 1996 as an open, lossless image format. It preserves every pixel exactly and supports full alpha transparency. PNG is the standard for logos, icons, screenshots, and web graphics. What PNG cannot do is animate — a single PNG file is always a still image.

GIF (Graphics Interchange Format) was created by CompuServe in 1987. It is the oldest still-in-use image format on the web and the original animation format. A single GIF file can hold multiple frames and play them as a loop — which is why it became the universal standard for short animations, memes, and simple motion graphics.

Why Convert PNG to GIF?

If you have a series of PNG images that you want to turn into a simple animation or slideshow, converting them to GIF is the standard way to do it. Common cases:

- Turning a sequence of PNG frames into an animated GIF - Converting PNG screenshots into an animation-ready GIF - Making a simple looping animation from PNG artwork - Reducing file size by using GIF's palette-based compression - Creating a GIF from PNG for use in email or chat - Preparing PNG graphics for platforms that only accept GIF

What You Get

The GIF output uses the image data from your PNG, converted to GIF's indexed color format (up to 256 colors per frame). For photographs and gradients, this results in some color loss compared to PNG — GIF was designed for flat graphics and simple animations, not photographic content. For logos, icons, and cartoon graphics, the visual difference is minimal.

Transparency

PNG supports full alpha transparency. GIF supports 1-bit transparency (a pixel is either fully opaque or fully transparent). When you convert a transparent PNG to GIF, semi-transparent edges become hard-edged. This is a GIF limitation, not a converter issue.

How to Convert PNG to GIF

Upload your PNG file using the tool on this page. ConvertFileBox processes it server-side and provides a .gif download instantly. Batch conversion works — upload multiple PNGs at once and download all converted GIFs together. No signup, no watermarks, no file limits. Files are automatically deleted after 1 hour.