GIF Compressor
AvailableGIF Compressor reduces file size by rebuilding the animation with a smaller color palette. Optional duplicate frame merging removes repeated frames without changing what viewers see.
Upload a GIF to compress
Drop a GIF here or choose a file to see its current size and frame count.
Supported: GIF
Up to 1 files, 30 MB each
Files are processed in your browser and never uploaded.
Settings
Higher levels reduce more colors and produce smaller files.
Fewer colors make the file smaller but can add banding.
Merge consecutive identical frames and combine their delays.
Your result will appear here.
Features
- Three compression levels from light to maximum
- Manual color count for precise control
- Duplicate frame detection that preserves timing
- Before and after size comparison with compression rate
- Original loop count and transparency retained
How to use it
- 1
Upload the GIF you want to shrink.
- 2
Pick a compression level or set the number of colors manually.
- 3
Enable duplicate frame merging if the animation has still sections.
- 4
Compress the GIF and compare the result.
- 5
Download the smaller file if the quality works for you.
Common use cases
- Meet upload limits on chat apps and forums
- Speed up a landing page that uses an animated hero
- Reduce storage for a library of reaction GIFs
- Prepare email-friendly animations
Frequently asked questions
How much smaller will my GIF get?
It depends on the source. Animations with many colors or repeated frames often shrink by 30 to 70 percent. Simple graphics may change very little.
Will compression change the animation speed?
No. Frame delays are preserved, and merged duplicate frames keep their combined delay.
What is the lowest useful color count?
Most photos look acceptable at 64 to 128 colors. Logos and flat illustrations can often go down to 16 or 32 colors.
Can I compress a GIF without losing transparency?
Yes. The compressor keeps the transparent color index when the source animation uses one.