ConvertWhat happens when you convert HEIF to GIF
- HEIF is another name for HEIC; files ending in .heif work here.
- iPhone photos use wide-gamut Display P3 color; it's converted to standard sRGB so colors look right everywhere.
- Works in Safari, Chrome and Edge. Firefox can't open HEIC yet.
- GIF is lossless, so nothing more is lost in the conversion. Detail already removed by HEIF compression doesn't come back, and the file is usually larger.
- Transparency is kept.
- GIF is limited to 256 colors. Dithering keeps gradients and photos smooth.
HEIC vs GIF
| Feature | HEIC | GIF |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossy | Lossless |
| Transparency | Yes | On/off only |
| Animation | No | Yes |
| Colors | 1B+ | 256 |
| Best for | iPhone and iPad photos | Simple animations |
How to convert HEIF to GIF
- Drop your HEIF files on the box above, or click it to choose files. You can add many at once.
- Adjust the options if you want. The defaults work well for most files.
- Click Download for each GIF file, or "Download all" to get a ZIP.
Frequently asked questions
Is it safe to convert my files here?
Yes. Conversion happens entirely in your browser. Your files are never uploaded to a server, so nobody else can see them.
Is it free? Are there limits?
It's completely free, with no sign-up, watermarks or daily limits. The only limit is your device's memory for very large files.
Can I convert many HEIF files at once?
Yes. Drop as many files as you like; they're converted one after another and you can download them all as a ZIP.
Will converting HEIF to GIF reduce quality?
GIF can show only 256 colors, so photos lose some color depth. Dithering hides most of the banding.
Does GIF keep transparency?
Yes, GIF supports transparency and it's kept.
Which browsers does the HEIF to GIF converter work in?
It works in the latest Safari, Chrome and Edge, on computers and phones.