GIF Converter

Convert Files to GIF or From GIF Online for Free

What is GIF Format?

Graphic Interchange Format (GIF) is a bitmap format that supports both static and animated images. It was first introduced by CompuServe in 1987 and has been popular since then. It opts for Lempel-Ziv-Welch (LZW) lossless compression to reduce file size without deleting image data. One of the key innovations of GIF was its ability to store multiple image frames inside a single file. When played in sequence, they create the looping animations that made GIF iconic.

Today users search for ways to convert videos (like MP4 files) to GIFs. The goal is to make lightweight, looping clips or short animations and memes that are easier to share in chats, websites, and social posts. However, one main limitation of GIF is its 8-bit color palette. It restricts each frame to a maximum of 256 colors.

Upload file

Upload the image or video file you want to convert to/from GIF

Select format

Select the target conversion format (we support MP4, MOV, WEBP, JPG etc.)

Download file

Download the converted file once it’s ready

Supported GIF Conversions

Convert GIF to other file types

AhaConvert can convert your GIF files into the following formats:

GIF to PNG

GIF to JPEG

GIF to JPG

GIF to WebP

GIF to SVG

GIF to ICO

GIF to BMP

GIF to AVIF

GIF to HEIC

GIF to TGA

GIF to TIFF

GIF to HEIF

GIF to PSD

GIF to EPS

GIF to DDS

GIF to TIF

GIF to PCX

GIF to PPM

GIF to DNG

GIF to CR2

GIF to CR3

GIF to EMZ

GIF to JXL

GIF to PSB

GIF to DPX

Convert your file to GIF format

AhaConvert converts any image/video to animated GIF. Check the specific converters below for GIF conversions.

WebP to GIF

PNG to GIF

JPG to GIF

JPEG to GIF

AVIF to GIF

SVG to GIF

PSD to GIF

TIFF to GIF

TIF to GIF

HEIC to GIF

BMP to GIF

ICO to GIF

HEIF to GIF

EPS to GIF

TGA to GIF

PPM to GIF

PCX to GIF

DNG to GIF

CR2 to GIF

CR3 to GIF

DDS to GIF

EMZ to GIF

JXL to GIF

PSB to GIF

DPX to GIF

Frequently Asked Questions

A GIF converter is an online tool that allows people to create GIFs from different types of files or change existing GIFs into other formats. With AhaConvert’s GIF converter, people can upload videos, images, or photos and turn them into animated GIF files. It also works in reverse.

It’s always easy to convert videos to GIF with AhaConvert. You can either go to the main “GIF Converter” page or the specific converter pages. The whole process is the same: upload your video file, choose GIF as the output format, and start the conversion. Within seconds, you will get a looping animated GIF ready to download. While MP4 is the most common choice for videos, our GIF converter also accepts MOV, WebP, QuickTime, and other video types. Therefore, you don’t need a different tool for each format.

Absolutely. As we explained in the last question, AhaConvert supports converting all video types, including MP4, into animated GIF formats. Just follow the steps and you’ll have your new file in a few seconds.

Our GIF converter isn’t limited to videos. It also supports GIF conversion of images. You can upload JPG, JPEG, PNG, BMP, WEBP, and more and turn them into GIFs. It’s very helpful for making slideshows, looping animations, or simple meme-style graphics.

Of course. All the image/video files, whether uploaded or downloaded, are kept safe during processing. We use 256-bit SSL encryption, store files in a secure cloud environment, and automatically delete them within 24 hours.

Our converter works on almost any device with a browser and an internet connection. You can use it on Windows, Mac, Linux, iPhones, Android, and tablets. Since it’s web-based, there is no need to install additional software or extensions. Just open “ahaconvert.com” in your browser (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, or Edge), upload your file, and download the GIF result.

More Powerful Features

Specific file converters

Looking for other options? AhaConvert also supports online conversion of these file formats.

Video Format

Image Format

Audio Format

Document Format

Security and Privacy

At AhaConvert, your files are protected with enterprise-grade security. We use 256-bit SSL encryption during transfer, store your data in a secure cloud environment, and guarantee automatic deletion within 24 hours. We fully respect your privacy – we will not view or share your files under any circumstances. Make sure your files are protected at every step, from upload to conversion.

SSL encrypted transmission

Automatically deleted within 24 hours

Privacy protection

Secure cloud storage