Convert GIF to WebP
Free online GIF to WebP converter. Drag and drop files, convert in batch, and download, without ever uploading to a server.
Why convert GIF to WebP?
GIF files use space poorly. A 5-second animation can be 5 MB+. WebP supports animation at a fraction of the file size with much better color depth.
Tips
- This tool currently exports a static first frame. For animated WebP, dedicated tools like ffmpeg or ImageMagick are recommended.
Static frame here, but animated WebP does exist
WebP supports its own animation format, similar in concept to an animated GIF but with full 24-bit color and much better compression per frame. A WebP animation of the same clip can look better and use a fraction of the file size. This converter keeps things simple and browser-only, so it extracts the first visible frame as a normal still image rather than re-encoding the full animation. Full animation needs a heavier video-style encoder than a browser canvas can run efficiently.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert GIF to WebP?
Drop your GIF file into the converter above, adjust the quality if needed, and click "Convert to WebP". The conversion happens entirely in your browser. Your file is never uploaded to any server.
Is the GIF to WebP conversion lossless?
WebP is a lossy format. Quality is controllable from 1-100% (default 92%); at recommended settings the result is visually close to the source for most photos.
Is there a file size limit?
The tool can handle files up to about 20 MB per image. Since processing happens in your browser, the practical limit is your device's available memory. Most modern devices can comfortably batch-convert dozens of images at once.
Are my GIF files uploaded to your servers?
No. All GIF to WebP conversion happens entirely client-side. Conversion uses the Canvas API. Your files never leave your browser.
Why does the GIF I converted come out as one still image?
This tool runs entirely in your browser using the Canvas API, which draws a single frame at a time rather than encoding a full animation sequence. Reading and re-encoding every frame of a GIF into an animated WebP needs a more specialized video-style encoder, the kind of job tools like ffmpeg are built for. If keeping the animation matters, use a command-line tool or a desktop app that supports animated WebP export. This page is for pulling a clean still frame out of a GIF quickly and privately.