Convert TIFF to GIF Online Free
Convert large TIFF images to compact GIF format directly in your browser. No upload required — your files stay private on your device the entire time.
To convert TIFF to GIF, drop your TIFF file into ChangeThisFile. The converter decodes the TIFF using your browser's canvas engine and re-encodes it as a GIF — no upload needed. Your file stays on your device throughout the entire process.
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TIFF vs GIF: Format Comparison
Key differences between the two formats
| Feature | TIFF | GIF |
|---|---|---|
| Color depth | Up to 32-bit | 8-bit (256 colors) |
| Transparency | Alpha channel | Single-color transparency |
| Animation | No | Yes (multi-frame) |
| Compression | Lossless or none | LZW lossless |
| File size | Very large | Small to medium |
| Web support | Limited | Universal |
| Best for | Print, archival | Simple graphics, icons, animations |
When to Convert
Common scenarios where this conversion is useful
Web graphics and icons
Convert TIFF artwork to GIF for use on websites where universal browser support matters and the image has limited colors.
Simple illustrations
Turn scanned TIFF illustrations or logos with flat colors into lightweight GIF files suitable for email and messaging apps.
Legacy system compatibility
Many older publishing and CMS platforms require GIF format. Convert your TIFF source files to GIF for compatibility.
Thumbnail previews
Generate small GIF previews from high-resolution TIFF images for use in catalogs, galleries, or document management systems.
How to Convert TIFF to GIF
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Drop your TIFF file
Drag and drop your TIFF file onto the converter, or click to browse and select it from your device.
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Conversion runs in your browser
ChangeThisFile decodes your TIFF using the browser's canvas API and converts it to GIF instantly — no upload, no waiting.
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Download your GIF
Click the download button to save your converted GIF file directly to your device.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. ChangeThisFile converts TIFF to GIF entirely in your browser using the canvas API. Your file never leaves your device.
GIF supports only 256 colors (8-bit), so images with many colors or gradients may show visible dithering or color reduction. Flat-color illustrations and simple graphics convert well.
Browser-based conversion depends on your device's available memory. Most TIFF files up to a few hundred megabytes convert fine on modern devices.
Yes, TIFF supports full alpha-channel transparency. When converting to GIF, transparency is preserved as GIF's single-color transparency, which may look different for semi-transparent pixels.
The converter processes the first page of a multi-page TIFF. Multi-frame animated GIF creation from multi-page TIFFs is not currently supported.
GIF uses LZW compression that works best on images with large areas of solid color. Photographic TIFFs with many colors may produce larger GIF files than simpler graphics.
Yes, completely free. ChangeThisFile has no conversion limits, no watermarks, and no signup required.
Currently the converter processes one file at a time. For batch conversions, you can convert files one after another without any limits.
ChangeThisFile supports standard TIFF files including those with LZW, ZIP, or uncompressed data. Some proprietary TIFF variants from specific cameras or scanners may not be supported.
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