How do I convert GIF to APNG?

Drop your GIF file onto the converter above, make sure APNG is selected, and click Convert. When it's done, download the APNG file — it usually takes a few seconds.

Is it safe to convert GIF to APNG here?

Yes. GIF to APNG conversion happens entirely inside your browser using WebAssembly, so your file is never uploaded to any server.

Is the GIF to APNG converter free?

Yes — free with no watermark. Signed-out visitors can convert 25 files a day, and a free account raises that to 250.

Will converting GIF to APNG reduce quality?

No — APNG preserves the content of your GIF file as faithfully as the format allows.

Can I convert multiple GIF files at once?

Yes. Add up to 5 files at a time without an account, 10 with a free account and up to 500 on paid plans, then download them individually or as a single ZIP.

Can I convert APNG back to GIF?

Yes — use our APNG to GIF converter. Note that converting back and forth between formats can't recover detail lost to lossy compression.

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Convert GIF to APNG

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How to convert GIF to APNG

1
Add your GIF files
Drag and drop GIF files onto the converter, paste them, or click to browse. You can add several at once.
2
Choose APNG
APNG is already selected. Open Options if you want to change quality, size or metadata.
3
Convert
Click Convert. Your files are converted right in your browser in seconds.
4
Download your APNG
Download each APNG file, or everything at once as a ZIP.

GIF vs APNG

From

GIF · Graphics Interchange Format

GIF is a 256-color image format best known for short looping animations. It has universal support but large files for photographic content.

Type: Image
Extension: .gif
MIME: image/gif
Best for: reaction animations, simple graphics and short loops

LosslessAnimationTransparencyLegacy format

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APNG · Animated PNG

APNG extends PNG with animation frames, offering 24-bit color and alpha transparency where GIF is limited to 256 colors.

Type: Image
Extension: .apng
MIME: image/apng
Best for: high-quality animated stickers and UI animations

LosslessAnimationTransparency

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Need it the other way around? Convert APNG to GIF.

GIF to APNG: frequently asked questions

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