Convert TIFF to GIF online
Convert TIFF files to GIF directly in your browser. Your images never leave your device — all processing happens locally for instant, private results.
TIFF is a flexible, lossless format widely used in publishing, scanning and archival photography since 1986. GIF is a lossless format from 1987 limited to 256 colours per frame, best known for short looping animations. To convert TIFF to GIF, drop your files into the tool above — conversion runs entirely in your browser, so nothing is ever uploaded.
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How to convert TIFF to GIF
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Drop your TIFF files into the box above, or click to choose them from your device.
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Adjust the quality slider if you want — the default works for most uses.
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Click Convert and wait a moment while your browser processes the files.
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Download each converted GIF file individually, or grab them all as a ZIP archive.
TIFF vs GIF comparison
| TIFF | GIF | |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | both | lossless |
| Alpha (transparency) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animation | — | ✓ |
| Vector | — | — |
| Relative size | ~3× JPG | ~1.8× JPG |
| Browser support | Safari natively; we decode in all browsers via JS | Universal — all browsers since 1987 |
- GIF files are typically smaller than TIFF, which saves storage space and bandwidth.
- GIF is supported in virtually every app and browser, making it the safer choice for sharing.
TIFF and GIF are both raster image formats, but they make different trade-offs in compression, transparency, animation and compatibility — the comparison table above lays out exactly how they differ. Converting between the two lets you pick the right format for each situation: keep originals in one format for archival and export copies in another for sharing or web use. Our converter runs entirely client-side using modern WebAssembly codecs, so conversion is fast, private, and works even on patchy mobile connections. There are no daily limits, no watermarks, no signup, and no ads tracking you across the web. The same engine powers every conversion on this site, and we lazy-load only the codecs needed for your specific TIFF to GIF conversion — keeping the initial page download tiny.
Frequently asked questions
Is this TIFF to GIF converter really free?
Yes — completely free, no signup, no watermarks, no per-day limits.
Do you upload my files to a server?
No. All conversion happens in your browser using WebAssembly. Your files never leave your device.
What is the maximum file size?
50 MB per file, with up to 20 files per batch. On mobile devices we recommend smaller files for memory reasons.
Can I convert multiple TIFF files at once?
Yes — drop up to 20 files at once and download them all as a ZIP archive.
Does this work on iPhone and Android?
Yes, the converter works in any modern mobile browser including Safari and Chrome.
Will I lose quality converting from TIFF to GIF?
Quality depends on the formats and your chosen quality setting. Lossless formats like PNG preserve every pixel; lossy formats like JPEG let you trade quality for smaller files.
Why convert TIFF to GIF?
It depends on what you need. TIFF and GIF differ in file size, transparency support, quality and compatibility — the comparison table on this page shows exactly how, so you can pick whichever fits your use case.
Is GIF better than TIFF?
Neither is universally better — each makes different trade-offs. Check the comparison above: it spells out the differences in compression, transparency, animation and browser support between TIFF and GIF so you can decide for your specific need.
Why is my converted GIF file a different size than the TIFF original?
Each format compresses pixels differently. Switching from TIFF to GIF re-encodes the image, so the output can be larger or smaller depending on the formats and the quality setting you choose — the comparison table shows the typical direction.