PixelCrush

GIF PNG

Convert your GIF files to PNG for free, in your browser. No upload, no signup.

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Preset
lossless
px

Why convert GIF to PNG?

GIF (Graphics Interchange Format) — Historic format limited to 256 colors, famous for its animations. Largely superseded by WebP and MP4 for animation, and PNG for static images.

PNG (Portable Network Graphics) — Lossless format created in 1996 to replace GIF. Ideal for images with transparency, screenshots, logos, and illustrations.

Converting GIF to PNG typically reduces file size while preserving a visual quality close to the original.

Quick comparison

GIF

Source format

Graphics Interchange Format

Released in 1987

Universal

Best for: legacy short animations

  • Simple animation
  • Very widespread
  • 256 colors max
  • Very heavy for the quality offered

PNG

Target format

Portable Network Graphics

Released in 1996

All browsers and systems

Best for: logos, screenshots, illustrations

  • Lossless
  • Alpha transparency
  • Supported everywhere
  • Heavy files
  • Not great for photos

How it works

  1. 1

    Drop your GIF

    Drag the file or paste it (⌘V).

  2. 2

    Adjust the settings

    Optional quality and max width.

  3. 3

    Download the PNG

    Local, instant conversion.

Frequently asked questions

Is GIF → PNG conversion free?+

Yes, totally and without limit. PixelCrush requires no signup or payment — you can convert as many GIF images to PNG as you wish.

Are my files uploaded to a server?+

No. All conversion happens in your browser via WebAssembly. No image leaves your device, ensuring privacy and speed.

Can I convert multiple GIF files to PNG at once?+

Yes, batch processing is native. Drop multiple files or a folder, adjust the settings, then download everything as a .zip in one click.

Is PNG well supported by browsers?+

All browsers and systems For a public site, AVIF and WebP are the safest choices.

Is there a file size limit?+

No imposed limit. The only constraint is your device's memory, but files of several MB pass without difficulty.

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