Convert JPG to GIF
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The fastest way to convert JPG to GIF online: no software install, no account creation, no upload to third parties. Just open WeLoveConvert and go.
How It Works
Open the Upload Zone
Click anywhere in the upload area to browse your computer, or simply drag JPG files in from your desktop.
Quick Browser Conversion
WeLoveConvert processes your files in seconds using your device hardware — no server queues, no slow uploads.
Ready to Download
Your converted GIF files appear in the download list as they finish. Save them locally with one click.
About These Formats
Converting JPG to GIF turns a single photo into a static GIF, useful in niche contexts where the GIF container is specifically required: legacy forums, certain reaction-image workflows, retro-style sticker packs, or systems that only accept .gif uploads. Be aware that this is a downgrade in color fidelity, not an upgrade. JPG supports the full 24-bit RGB color space with around 16 million colors, while GIF is limited to a single 256-color indexed palette. The conversion runs a color quantization step that picks the best 256 colors for your image, then dithers the result. For graphic illustrations and screenshots with limited palettes the result is essentially indistinguishable, but for natural photographs you may see visible color banding in skies, skin tones, and subtle gradients. File size can go either way: a heavily compressed JPG often grows larger as a GIF, while large studio JPGs may shrink. Typical scenarios include feeding still images into a GIF-only chatbot or sticker pipeline, or matching the format of an existing animated GIF series. WeLoveConvert handles quantization and dithering inside your browser. Use higher-contrast source images to mask banding.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert JPG to GIF?expand_more
Upload your files, confirm the conversion settings, and download your converted files. All processing happens in your browser — no server upload required.
Is this JPG to GIF converter free?expand_more
Yes, completely free with no hidden fees. No sign-up required, no usage limits. All conversion happens in your browser.
Is it safe to convert JPG to GIF online?expand_more
Your files never leave your device. All conversion happens locally in your browser using WebAssembly technology. We have zero access to your files.
Will I lose quality converting JPG to GIF?expand_more
Quality depends on the target format and your settings. Lossless formats like PNG preserve original quality. For lossy formats like JPG, you can adjust the quality slider.
Can I convert multiple JPG files at once?expand_more
Yes, you can convert multiple files at once. Simply drag all your files into the upload area or click to select them.
Common Issues
- infoColor palette limited to 256 colors
- infoPhotos may show visible color banding