Convert GIF to WEBM online in seconds — free, with no sign-up. WEBM is lossy and ideal for efficient web video in Chrome, Firefox and Edge. Your files are encrypted and deleted automatically after 24 hours.
GIF
Graphics Interchange Format — An old format limited to 256 colors that supports simple animation but produces large files.
WEBM
WebM — A royalty-free web video format (VP8/VP9) that's smaller than H.264 at equal quality.
How to convert GIF to WEBM
- 1Upload your GIF file
Click “Choose a file” or drag and drop your GIF file onto the page — no sign-up or email needed.
- 2Convert to WEBM
WEBM is already selected as the output. Open Options to fine-tune quality if you like, then click Convert.
- 3Download your WEBM file
Your WEBM file is ready in seconds — click Download to save it. Files are automatically deleted after 24 hours.
GIF vs WEBM
| GIF | WEBM | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Graphics Interchange Format | WebM |
| Type | Raster image | Video |
| Compression | Lossless | Lossy |
| Best for | short looping animations and simple flat graphics | efficient web video in Chrome, Firefox and Edge |
Frequently asked questions
Does converting GIF to WEBM lose quality?
GIF is lossless and WEBM is compressed, so a small amount of data is discarded. We use a high-quality default, so the WEBM file looks identical to the original to the human eye while being much smaller.
What's the difference between GIF and WEBM?
Graphics Interchange Format (GIF) is lossless and best for short looping animations and simple flat graphics. WebM (WEBM) is lossy and best for efficient web video in Chrome, Firefox and Edge. Convert GIF to WEBM when you need a video for efficient web video in Chrome.
Is the GIF to WEBM converter free?
Yes — converting GIF to WEBM is completely free. There's no watermark, no sign-up and no email required, and you can convert as many files as you like.
Are my GIF files private and secure?
Yes. Your uploads are encrypted in transit, processed privately, and automatically deleted within 24 hours. We never share, sell or look at your files.
Can I convert GIF to WEBM on iPhone, Android, Mac or Windows?
Yes. The converter runs entirely in your browser, so it works on any device — iPhone, iPad, Android, Mac, Windows or Linux — with nothing to download or install.
How long does it take to convert GIF to WEBM?
Most files convert in a few seconds. Larger files take a little longer, and your upload speed is usually the limiting factor. There's no queue and no waiting for an email.
What else can I convert GIF files to?
Besides WEBM, you can convert GIF to AVI, AVIF, BMP, FLV, ICO, JPG and more — see the full list of GIF conversions below.
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Last updated July 2026