Convert your .gif files to .avif format online for free. No software to install. Fast, secure, and easy.
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Drag and drop your .gif file or click to browse.
Select AVIF as your output format.
Click Convert and download your .avif file.
Converting GIF to AVIF lets you take advantage of AVIF's best-in-class compression: 50% smaller than jpeg, 20% smaller than webp. GIF files (Graphics Interchange Format) can be converted to AVIF (AV1 Image File Format) for better compatibility, smaller file sizes, or access to features that GIF does not support.
GIF (Graphics Interchange Format, introduced in 1987) uses LZW (lossless within palette) compression. AVIF (AV1 Image File Format, introduced in 2019) uses AV1 intra-frame (lossy and lossless) compression. GIF browser support: Universal. AVIF browser support: All modern browsers (Chrome 85+, Firefox 93+, Safari 16.4+).
The quality impact depends on the specific settings used during conversion. AVIF preserves full quality with lossless compression.
Typical GIF file size: A 500x500 static icon: ~20-50 KB; a 3-second animation: ~1-5 MB. Typical AVIF file size: A 12MP photo at medium quality: ~1-2 MB.
Always keep your original GIF file as a master copy. Convert to AVIF only for distribution. If you need to make changes later, work from the lossless original to avoid compounding compression artifacts.
Convert GIF to AVIF completely free with no limits. No hidden fees, no watermarks.
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Image conversions happen in your browser using the Canvas API. Your files never leave your device — zero server upload.
Convert files from any device — desktop, tablet, or phone. No software to install, works in any modern browser.
SquishConvert supports over 358 file conversion combinations across images, documents, audio, and video.
Your converted .avif file maintains the best possible quality. No unnecessary compression or quality loss.
Yes, GIF to AVIF conversion is completely free with no limits. Image conversions happen in your browser.
Image conversions are instant — they happen directly in your browser without uploading to any server.
Absolutely. GIF to AVIF conversion happens entirely in your browser. Your files never leave your device.
Currently, SquishConvert converts one file at a time. Batch conversion is coming soon — stay tuned!
Free users can convert files up to 10 MB. Pro users can convert files up to 500 MB.