A better fit for GIF workflows
GIF works well for single-frame gifs, icons, and low-color graphics.
JPG to GIF Converter
Convert JPG images to GIF online. Process up to 20 files at once, review each result, and download the converted images.
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Up to 20 images, max 10 MB each
Supports JPG/JPEG. Files are converted securely, and temporary outputs are automatically deleted after 24 hours.
Press Enter or Space to choose image files from your device.Why convert JPG to GIF?
JPG is commonly used for photos, social images, email attachments, and web publishing, while GIF is a better fit when you need a simple, broadly supported palette-based still image. Changing formats cannot restore detail already lost through JPG compression.
Understand the size and quality tradeoff
GIF is limited to 256 colors. This converter creates a single-frame GIF; use GIF Maker when you need an animation.
Convert several files together
Upload up to 20 JPG images, then download the GIF results individually or together.
JPG vs GIF comparison
Use this table to choose the right output format before converting.
| Feature | JPG | GIF |
|---|---|---|
| File size | Usually smaller for photos and complex images | Can become large for animations or detailed color |
| Transparency | Does not support transparency | Supports simple 1-bit transparency |
| Compression type | Lossy compression | Lossless palette-based compression |
| Best use case | Photos, social images, email attachments, and web publishing | Single-frame GIFs, icons, and low-color graphics |
| Compatibility | Universal support across browsers, apps, and devices | Broad support across browsers and messaging apps |
What happens to your file?
Upload your JPG image, let the converter create a GIF version, then download the finished file. Files are processed for conversion, stored temporarily for download, and automatically deleted after 24 hours.
JPG to GIF FAQ
Will converting JPG to GIF affect quality?
GIF uses lossless palette-based compression. The result depends on the source image and selected settings; changing formats cannot add detail that is missing from the original.
Does GIF support transparency?
Supports simple 1-bit transparency. Check the result carefully when the JPG source contains transparent pixels.
Will the GIF file be smaller than the JPG?
Not always. GIF is limited to 256 colors. This converter creates a single-frame GIF; use GIF Maker when you need an animation.
Can I batch convert JPG to GIF?
Yes. You can upload multiple JPG images and download converted GIF files after processing.
What happens to uploaded files?
Files are processed for conversion, stored temporarily for download, and automatically deleted after 24 hours.
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