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Convert GIF to WEBP

Counter GIF → WEBP
Drop your files here or paste with Ctrl+V · .gif

    GIF is limited to 256 colours and is many times larger than a video of the same clip. WebP produces noticeably smaller files than JPG and PNG at the same quality, so pages load faster.

    • Free
    • No sign-up
    • Batch conversion

    Why convert GIF to WEBP?

    To convert GIF files to WEBP, drop them on the counter above.

    Most files convert in seconds: no queue, no email address, and the WEBP result saves straight to your computer or phone.

    How to convert GIF to WEBP

    1. Add your GIF files

      Drag your GIF files onto the counter, pick them with Choose files or paste from the clipboard with Ctrl+V. You can add several at once.

    2. Check the settings

      The defaults suit most cases. Change quality, size or other options if you like; after a change, one click converts again.

    3. Conversion starts by itself

      Each file is converted to WEBP and its row is stamped CONVERTED.

    4. Download your WEBP file

      Get the file with Download. With several files you can download them all as one ZIP.

    GIF vs WEBP

    PropertyGIFWEBP
    Full nameGraphics Interchange FormatWebP
    TypeImageImage
    CompressionLosslessLossy or lossless
    TransparencyYesYes
    AnimationYesYes
    VectorNoNo
    Created byCompuServeGoogle
    Year19872010
    Extensions.gif.webp
    MIMEimage/gifimage/webp

    About the formats

    GIF

    Graphics Interchange Format

    GIF is a veteran image format limited to 256 colours that supports animation. It is still everywhere for short silent loops and simple graphics.

    All GIF conversions

    WEBP

    WebP

    WebP is an image format Google designed for the web. It compresses lossily or losslessly, supports transparency and animation, and is typically 25-35% smaller than JPG at the same quality.

    All WEBP conversions

    Frequently asked questions

    Is converting GIF to WEBP free?

    Yes, completely free. No account, no daily limit, no watermark and no queue.

    Does it work on a phone?

    Yes. It works on iPhone, iPad and Android, with no app to install.

    Is there a file size limit?

    There is no size limit set by us. Files of hundreds of MB convert too; very large files take longer and are handled more comfortably on a computer than on a phone.

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