Convert GIF to WMV online in seconds — free, with no sign-up. WMV is lossy and ideal for legacy Windows video; converted to MP4 for sharing. 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.
WMV
Windows Media Video — A Microsoft format with limited support outside Windows.
How to convert GIF to WMV
- 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 WMV
WMV is already selected as the output. Open Options to fine-tune quality if you like, then click Convert.
- 3Download your WMV file
Your WMV file is ready in seconds — click Download to save it. Files are automatically deleted after 24 hours.
GIF vs WMV
| GIF | WMV | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Graphics Interchange Format | Windows Media Video |
| Type | Raster image | Video |
| Compression | Lossless | Lossy |
| Best for | short looping animations and simple flat graphics | legacy Windows video; converted to MP4 for sharing |
Frequently asked questions
Does converting GIF to WMV lose quality?
GIF is lossless and WMV is compressed, so a small amount of data is discarded. We use a high-quality default, so the WMV file looks identical to the original to the human eye while being much smaller.
What's the difference between GIF and WMV?
Graphics Interchange Format (GIF) is lossless and best for short looping animations and simple flat graphics. Windows Media Video (WMV) is lossy and best for legacy Windows video; converted to MP4 for sharing. Convert GIF to WMV when you need a video for legacy Windows video.
Is the GIF to WMV converter free?
Yes — converting GIF to WMV 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 WMV 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 WMV?
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 WMV, 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