Convert GIF to APNG — Free Online Converter
Convert GIF images to APNG instantly. No registration, no watermarks, files deleted after 5 minutes.
APNG is a direct GIF successor that supports 24-bit colour and full alpha transparency. Unlike GIF, there is no 256-colour limit, so gradients and complex images render smoothly.
Convert GIF → APNGHow to Convert GIF to APNG
- Click Convert GIF → APNG above to open the converter.
- Upload your GIF file (drag & drop or click to browse, max 5 MB).
- Select APNG as the target format.
- Click Convert and download your APNG file.
Tips for Converting GIF to APNG
- APNG supports 24-bit colour — gradients and semi-transparent edges render far more smoothly than in GIF.
- All major modern browsers support APNG natively. Legacy email clients may still require GIF.
- APNG does not reduce file size compared to GIF — it trades colour depth quality for the same or slightly larger size.
About GIF and APNG Formats
| Property | GIF | APNG |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Graphics Interchange Format | Animated Portable Network Graphics |
| Best for | Animated images, simple graphics | Animated graphics with full transparency |
| Transparency | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Lossless | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Created by | CompuServe | Mozilla |
| Year introduced | 1987 | 2004 |
| Max colour depth | 8-bit (256 colours) | 32-bit (16M + alpha) |
| File extensions | .gif | .apng |
| MIME type | image/gif | image/apng |
About GIF: Graphics Interchange Format
Legacy format supporting simple animations and a limited 256-colour palette.
Common uses: simple animations, memes, banners, icons
Pros: universal animation support, small for simple graphics
Cons: only 256 colours, poor photo quality, large animated files
File extensions: .gif
MIME type: image/gif
Introduced: 1987 by CompuServe
About APNG: Animated Portable Network Graphics
An extension of PNG that supports multi-frame animation with full 24-bit colour and transparency.
Common uses: animated graphics, transparent animations, web graphics
Pros: full colour animations, proper transparency, no 256-colour limit
Cons: larger than GIF for simple graphics, limited authoring tool support
File extensions: .apng
MIME type: image/apng
Introduced: 2004 by Mozilla
Why Convert GIF to APNG?
People convert GIF to APNG to overcome GIF's 8-bit colour palette and gain full 32-bit colour in APNG.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it free to convert GIF to APNG?
Yes, converting GIF to APNG on convert-image.net is completely free with no registration required.
Will I lose quality when converting GIF to APNG?
No quality loss occurs when converting to APNG, as it uses lossless compression.
What is the maximum file size for GIF to APNG conversion?
The maximum upload size is 5 MB. For larger files, consider compressing them first.
How long does GIF to APNG conversion take?
Most conversions complete in under 5 seconds. Large or complex files may take slightly longer.
What file extension does APNG use?
APNG files use the .apng file extension.
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