How to convert TIFF to GIF
- Add your .TIFF file - drop it in the box above or click to browse.
- Convert it to .GIF in a few seconds.
- Download your new .GIF file.
What to expect
- GIF supports a maximum of 256 colors per frame, so photos and images with gradients will show visible banding after conversion.
- TIFF can store multiple pages; static GIF export saves only the first frame - use GIMP or ImageMagick to produce an animated GIF from all pages.
- GIF supports only binary transparency (on/off), so soft edges and semi-transparent areas from a TIFF with alpha will not convert accurately.
Frequently asked questions
Will my TIFF photo look good as a GIF?
Probably not - photos contain thousands of color gradients that GIF cannot represent, causing visible banding. For photos, export to JPEG or PNG instead.
Can I convert a multi-page TIFF to an animated GIF?
Yes - in GIMP use File > Open as Layers to load all pages, then export as
.gif with the "As animation" option checked, or run magick input.tiff output.gif in ImageMagick.Is GIF lossless like TIFF?
GIF uses lossless LZW compression, but the 256-color palette restriction means color data is discarded during conversion - the result is not a faithful copy of the original TIFF.
Why not convert TIFF to PNG instead?
PNG is lossless, supports millions of colors and full transparency, and is accepted everywhere GIF is - it is the better choice unless you specifically need animated GIF or a target system requires the
.gif format.Programs that convert TIFF: Adobe Fireworks · Adobe Photoshop · Microsoft Expression Design · PhotoOnWeb · Artweaver · Adobe Fireworks for Mac · Preview · LibreOffice Draw
