Compress GIF Online Free

A free online GIF compressor for reducing animated GIF file size. Lossy LZW compression, color reduction, frame optimization, and ready-made platform presets for Discord, Telegram, Slack, and more.

How to Compress a GIF

1
Upload GIF

Drop your animated GIF file or click to browse. Files up to 300 MB supported.

2
Choose mode

Select Quick Compress for one-click optimization, Target Size to set a specific file size, Platform for ready-made presets, or Custom for full control.

3
Compress

Click Compress GIF and wait for processing. Compare original and compressed versions side by side.

4
Download

Download the compressed GIF. Original quality comparison is available before saving.

Shrink animated GIFs while keeping them smooth and sharp

Drop GIF file here
Up to 100 GIFs at once — each file counts as one compression
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Analyzing GIF...
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Size: Dimensions: Frames: Colors: Duration: FPS:
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Compression Settings
Automatically selects optimal settings for your GIF.
Target file size 1.0 MB
10 KB 10 MB
Discord
8 MB
Discord Emoji
256 KB
Discord Nitro
50 MB
Slack
25 MB
Slack Emoji
128 KB
Telegram
20 MB
Telegram Sticker
256 KB
Twitter / X
15 MB
Email
1 MB
Reddit
20 MB
WhatsApp
16 MB
Lossy compression 80
Max colors 256
Optimization level
Resize width
Height adjusts automatically
Drop frames
Loop count
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Reduction —
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Features

Lossy LZW Compression
Reduce file size by 30-80% using gifsicle lossy compression algorithm with adjustable quality level (0-200).
11 Platform Presets
One-click compression for Discord (8 MB), Discord Emoji (256 KB), Telegram, Slack, Twitter/X, Email, and more.
Target Size Mode
Set your desired file size in KB or MB — the tool runs up to 5 iterative passes to hit the target without overshooting.
Custom frame & color control
Cap the palette, drop or de-duplicate frames, resize the width and optimize transparency to squeeze the file further.

FAQ

How much can I reduce a GIF file size?

Typically 30-80% depending on the content. Simple animations with large solid areas compress better. The tool uses lossy LZW compression, color reduction, and frame optimization.

Will the compressed GIF look worse?

At moderate compression levels (lossy 30-80), the difference is barely noticeable. Use the side-by-side comparison slider to check quality before downloading.

What is lossy GIF compression?

Lossy GIF compression modifies the image data slightly to achieve better LZW compression ratios. It introduces subtle dithering but significantly reduces file size compared to lossless optimization.

How do I compress a GIF for Discord?

Use the Platform Presets mode and select Discord (8 MB limit) or Discord Emoji (256 KB limit). The tool automatically adjusts settings to fit the requirement.

Can I compress multiple GIFs at once?

Yes, drag and drop multiple GIF files to enable batch mode. All files are compressed with the same settings and downloaded as a ZIP archive.

Are there usage limits?

There is a daily run limit; Premium raises it substantially. The exact numbers are shown by the on-page counter, and the limit resets at midnight in your local time. Each file in a batch counts as one run.

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Who is this tool for?
🎬 Video Creators ✨ Content Creators
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