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GIF compressor

Make GIFs smaller: fewer colours, smaller size or fewer frames.

  • Free
  • No sign-up
  • Works on any device

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    About GIF compressor

    Make a GIF lighter by lowering the number of colours, shrinking the width or dropping frames. Cutting from 256 to 64 colours often barely shows in simple graphics but can add banding to photos. Try one change at a time and compare the results.

    How to use GIF compressor

    1. Add your GIF file.
    2. Lower the colours, set a smaller width or reduce the frames.
    3. Compress it and compare the new file size with the original.

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    Frequently asked questions

    What shrinks a GIF the most?

    Reducing the width gives the biggest saving, since pixels fall with the square of the size. Removing frames and cutting colours come next.

    Which setting should I change first?

    Reduce the width first, because fewer pixels shrink a GIF the most. Then lower the colours or frames only if you still need a smaller file.

    Will fewer frames make the animation choppy?

    Yes, removing frames can make motion less smooth. Try dropping a little at a time and play the result to find the point where it still looks fine.

    Is GIF compressor free?

    Yes. GIF compressor on Toolipedia is free to use, with no sign-up and no watermark.

    Is it safe to use?

    Yes. Your files travel over an encrypted connection, are processed automatically, and are deleted as soon as the result is ready. Nobody looks at them.

    Does it work on my phone?

    Yes. It works in any modern browser on Android and iPhone, as well as on tablets and computers. There's nothing to install.

    How big can my files be?

    Up to 200 MB in total. You can add several files at once.

    Do I need an account?

    No. Just open the page and use the tool. There's no sign-up and no email needed.

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