Extract every frame from animated GIFs as lossless PNG — transparency preserved
WhiskFile GIF to PNG is a free online tool to extract every frame from animated GIFs as lossless PNG — transparency preserved. Files are processed entirely in your browser — nothing is uploaded to any server.
Quick Answer
Extract every frame from animated GIFs as lossless PNG — transparency preserved. WhiskFile's GIF to PNG is free, works in your browser, and requires no account. Your files never leave your device — all processing happens locally.
Upload GIF files
Select or drag and drop one or more GIF images. Animated GIFs are automatically detected.
Review animation detection
Animated GIFs show frame count badges. Static GIFs convert directly to a single PNG.
Choose frame mode
Extract all frames, first frame only, or every Nth frame (2nd, 3rd, 5th, 10th). Toggle background color if needed.
Set transparency & resize
Keep transparency (default) or fill with a background color. Optionally resize with scale presets (50%–200%).
Convert to PNG
Click Convert — each frame becomes a lossless PNG with transparency preserved.
Download results
Download individual PNGs or all as a ZIP file.
Max file size: 50 MB (free) · 500 MB (paid). Processing time: ~1s on average. Batch processing: upload multiple files at once.
GIF to PNG runs entirely in your browser — no software to install. Works on any device with a modern browser.
Windows & Mac
Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari
iPhone & Android
Safari, Chrome mobile
iPad & Tablets
Full touch support
Unlike server-based tools that upload your documents, WhiskFile processes everything locally in your browser. Your files never leave your device — not even temporarily.
No upload required
Files are processed in your browser — nothing is sent to any server
100% private
No server storage, no data collection, no third-party access
Works offline
Once loaded, works without an internet connection
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Client-side processing
This tool now runs entirely in your browser — files never leave your device.
Result preview & sharing
Preview your processed file before downloading, and share results via a secure link.
Yes. By default, transparent areas in your GIF are preserved as full alpha transparency in the PNG output. You can see a checkerboard preview and transparent pixel count for each image.
Yes. WhiskFile detects animated GIFs automatically and lets you extract all frames, just the first frame, or every Nth frame (2nd, 3rd, 5th, or 10th).
WhiskFile gracefully falls back to canvas-based conversion, extracting the first frame as a high-quality PNG. Chrome 94+, Firefox 130+, and Safari 26+ support full frame extraction.
Yes. Toggle the background color option and pick any color. The transparent areas will be filled with your chosen color before converting to PNG.
No artificial limits. Processing happens entirely in your browser, so speed depends on your device. Large GIFs with hundreds of frames work fine.
PNG is lossless and supports transparency — perfect for preserving GIF quality. JPG is lossy and can't store transparency. Use GIF to JPG if you need smaller files and don't need transparency.
Select 'First Only' extraction mode. Only the first frame is saved as a transparent PNG, perfect for thumbnails or preview images.
Yes. Upload as many GIF files as needed. All are batch-converted with the same settings. Download individually or all as a ZIP.
No. All processing happens entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Your files never leave your device — complete privacy.
No. WhiskFile runs entirely in your browser. No downloads, plugins, or accounts required. Works on Windows, Mac, Linux, and mobile.
Yes. WhiskFile works in any modern mobile browser. No app needed. Files are processed on your device.
Yes. Toggle on the resize option and choose a scale from 10% to 200% using presets or the slider. Aspect ratio is always preserved.
Yes. Use the 'Every Nth' mode and choose intervals: every 2nd, 3rd, 5th, or 10th frame. Useful for reducing frame count while preserving key moments.
Yes. GIF to PNG on WhiskFile is completely free with no account required. Free users get 7 tasks per day with files up to 50 MB. There are no watermarks on any plan. Pro plans ($4.99/month) unlock unlimited tasks, 500 MB files, batch processing, and API access.
Yes. GIF to PNG runs entirely in your browser using WebAssembly. Your files are never uploaded to any server — they stay on your device throughout the entire process. No data is transmitted, stored, or accessible to WhiskFile or any third party.
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Chromebook & Linux
Any modern browser
