Convert WEBM to GIF online in seconds — free, with no sign-up. GIF is lossless and ideal for short looping animations and simple flat graphics. Your files are encrypted and deleted automatically after 24 hours.
WEBM
WebM — A royalty-free web video format (VP8/VP9) that's smaller than H.264 at equal quality.
GIF
Graphics Interchange Format — An old format limited to 256 colors that supports simple animation but produces large files.
How to convert WEBM to GIF
- 1Upload your WEBM file
Click “Choose a file” or drag and drop your WEBM file onto the page — no sign-up or email needed.
- 2Convert to GIF
GIF is already selected as the output. Open Options to fine-tune quality if you like, then click Convert.
- 3Download your GIF file
Your GIF file is ready in seconds — click Download to save it. Files are automatically deleted after 24 hours.
WEBM vs GIF
| WEBM | GIF | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | WebM | Graphics Interchange Format |
| Type | Video | Raster image |
| Compression | Lossy | Lossless |
| Best for | efficient web video in Chrome, Firefox and Edge | short looping animations and simple flat graphics |
Frequently asked questions
Does converting WEBM to GIF lose quality?
Your WEBM file is already compressed, so converting to lossless GIF can't restore detail that was discarded earlier — but it won't lose any more. The GIF file matches your WEBM file exactly.
What's the difference between WEBM and GIF?
WebM (WEBM) is lossy and best for efficient web video in Chrome, Firefox and Edge. Graphics Interchange Format (GIF) is lossless and best for short looping animations and simple flat graphics. Convert WEBM to GIF when you need a raster image for short looping animations and simple flat graphics.
Is the WEBM to GIF converter free?
Yes — converting WEBM to GIF 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 WEBM 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 WEBM to GIF 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 WEBM to GIF?
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 WEBM files to?
Besides GIF, you can convert WEBM to AAC, AVI, FLAC, FLV, JPG, M4A and more — see the full list of WEBM conversions below.
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Last updated July 2026