Convert your GIF file to SVG

Create vector image files with our easy-to-use and free tool. Our tool lets you upload a GIF (Graphics Interchange Format) file and, from this, create a vector-based SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics) file that you can then download and edit within vector file editors or use for high-definition printing applications. If you have multiple GIF files to convert, then our tool can also batch convert GIF files too. Currently, our tool supports up to 25 conversions at a time.

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Options are available to specify or remove a background color if the source GIF image does not contain a transparent background. Our tool can attempt to determine the background color automatically, or you can manually specify the background color to remove.

How to Convert your GIF to SVG Online?

Here are three simple steps to create an SVG file from a GIF file.

Upload a GIF

Click the "Upload a File" button and select GIF to upload. The maximum file size is 100MB.

Select your Options

Set the dimensions and other options, and click the "Convert to SVG" button to convert your GIF to SVG.

Download your SVG

Click the download link once completed to receive your SVG file.

GIF to SVG Conversion Options

Mode

The Mode setting is used by the tool to inform it of the best way to vectorize the image by providing it with clues as to the type of image being submitted. The Auto mode attempts to find the most suitable settings for the image uploaded. There are, however, other options to help fine-tune this process, which we explain in more detail in the Tool Options section below.

Hole Reduction

With this setting, it is possible to reduce the inclusion of small holes within the final vector file caused by small, contrasting areas of the source GIF file, which can be useful in situations where the source image has not been optimized for use with the tool.

Merge Similar Colors

Use this value to merge similar colors; this is useful if the image is of low quality. A higher number can help reduce the effects of anti-aliasing in the GIF image.

Remove Background

When this option is enabled, the tool will automatically attempt to make the background of your image transparent.

Specify Color

Manually specify your image background color rather than our tool trying to automatically work it out.

Color

If the tool is unable to identify the background and you know the background color, you can specify it here.

Tolerance

This value can be adjusted to control the background removal tolerance. The higher the value, the more background is removed.

A higher value is useful for creating smoother results if your image is anti-aliased.

File Format Information for GIF to SVG

Extension	GIF
Full Name	Graphics Interchange Format
Type	Image
Mime Type	image/gif
Format	Binary
Tools	GIF Converters, Create Cookie Cutter, GIF Viewer
Open With	Paint.NET

Description

GIF files have been around since the mid-to-late 1980's and were introduced by CompuServe as a way to compress color images into small file sizes suitable for downloading, at which time most download speeds were limited. The format allows varying-size color palettes of up to 256 colors in total to be defined from a palette of 16 million colors.

Later on, the ability to add animations to the GIF file format was added. GIF files became a popular image file format for the early internet due to their small size, large color palette, and animation capabilities, and they are still popular today.

Extension	SVG
Full Name	Scalable Vector Graphics
Type	Vector
Mime Type	image/svg+xml
Format	Text
Tools	SVG Converters, SVG Viewer
Open With	Inkscape

Description

Introduced by the W3C organization in 2001, the SVG file format grew to become the standard web file format for vector-based 2D images and is supported by the majority of modern web browsers. SVG files are XML-based text files containing 2D vector elements such as paths, simple shapes, colors, and more.

The SVG format itself, while primarily a vector format, can include raster images as well as text. Due to their vector-based format, SVG files lend themselves very well to website company logos and icons. A compressed format of SVG also exists, which uses the extension SVGZ and employs the GZIP compression algorithm.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I convert my GIF file to SVG?

First click the "Upload..." button, select your GIF file to upload. Select any configuration options. When the GIF to SVG conversion has completed, you can download your SVG file straight away.

How long does it take to convert my GIF to SVG?

We aim to process all GIF to SVG conversions as quickly as possible, this usually takes around 5 seconds but can be more for larger more complex files so please be patient.

How accurate is the GIF to SVG conversion?

We aim to create the most accurate conversions with our tools. Our tools are under constant development with new features and improvements being added every week.

Is it safe to convert my GIF to SVG on ImageToStl.com?

Yes, of course! We do not store the GIF file you submit to us. The resulting SVG file, once created is deleted 15 minutes after upload and the download link will expire after this time.

Do I need a high-spec. computer to use the GIF to SVG converter?

No. All our conversion tools process your GIF file on our dedicated conversion servers, meaning you can use our tools on low-spec computers, laptops, tablets, and mobile devices and receive your converted SVG file quickly.

Can I convert my GIF to SVG on Windows, Linux, Android, iOS or Mac OS?

Yes! Our GIF to SVG tool will run on any system with a modern web browser. No specialist software is needed to run any of our conversion tools.

What if I am using an Ad Blocker, will that affect things?

Yes. Although you can use an Ad Blocker, if you like our GIF conversion tool please consider white-listing our site. When an Ad Blocker is enabled there are some conversion limits on some of our tools and processing/conversion times will be longer.

Can I get support with converting my GIF to SVG?

Yes. When you have converted your GIF to SVG, there is a "Feedback" option that you can use to let us know of any issues you encountered when converting your file.