GIF to WebP Converter
Upload a GIF and download it as a static WebP image — processed entirely in your browser, nothing leaves your device.
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Note: Animated GIF input produces a static WebP (first frame only). For animated WebP output, use FFmpeg on your desktop.
Your converted WebP will appear here
Upload a GIF and click Convert
Conversion Result
WebPOriginal GIF
Converted WebP
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Summary
Upload a GIF and download it as a static WebP image — processed entirely in your browser, nothing leaves your device.
How it works
- Select or drag-and-drop a GIF file onto the upload area.
- The tool reads the GIF using the browser's built-in Image API.
- The first frame is drawn onto an off-screen HTML Canvas element.
- The canvas is exported as a WebP blob using the native toBlob API.
- A download link is generated so you can save the converted WebP file.
Use cases
- Reduce GIF file size by converting the first frame to modern WebP format.
- Extract a static preview image from an animated GIF.
- Convert GIF thumbnails to WebP for faster web page load times.
- Prepare images for platforms that require WebP format.
- Quickly batch-test WebP compatibility for a set of GIF assets.
- Get a static WebP poster frame for use alongside a video or animation.
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Last updated: 2026-06-23 ·
Reviewed by Nham Vu