How big is a GIF? All information about image size

GIFs are animated images used in chats, messenger apps and social media. In this article, we'll show you the maximum size GIFs can be and how to reduce the size of an existing GIF file.

This is how big a GIF file can be

GIF is the abbreviation for "Graphics Interchange Format" and refers to a short, animated image composed of several image files. It is impossible to imagine social media as well as messenger apps without GIF images, which offer the possibility to creatively design messages and posts. The size of a GIF file depends on the length of the GIF, the color palette used and its frame rate. The maximum size of a GIF is 8 MB, although a size of 3 MB is recommended if you create a GIF yourself.

How big is a GIF? How to reduce the size of a GIF image

If the GIF you want to use is too big to send or you want to save storage space on your device, it is possible to reduce the size of a GIF. This can be done either with an online converter or an image editing program.

1. To reduce a GIF file directly online without installing any additional software, go to the website "image.online-convert.com".
2. First go to "Convert to GIF" there and click "Browse" to select the GIF file you want to reduce.
3. After that, you have the option to change the resolution of the GIF or the color scheme under "Optional Settings".
4. Once you are done editing the GIF, please click "Start conversion" to reduce the file and save it by selecting "Save File".