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TIF to GIF converter

OnlineConvertFree provides free image conversion services without requiring any software installation. Easily convert your tif files to gif or any other format with just a few clicks.

Converting your tif file to gif is easy with these steps.

Converting your gif file to tif is easy with these steps.

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Step 1

Upload tif-file

You can select tif file you want to convert from your computer, Google Drive, Dropbox or simply drag and drop it onto the page.
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Step 2

Select «to gif»

Choose gif or any of the other 200+ supported formats you'd like to convert to.
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Step 3

Download your gif file

Please wait for the conversion to complete, then click on the download button to obtain your converted file in the gif format.

Converting tif to gif

Fast and easy
Simply drag and drop your tif files onto the webpage, and you'll be able to convert them to gif or over 250 different file formats, all without having to register, provide an email address, or include a watermark.
You don't need to worry about security.
As soon as you upload your tif files, we instantly delete them. Converted files are then deleted after 24 hours. Furthermore, we ensure that all file transfers are secure through advanced SSL encryption.
Everything is stored in the cloud.
You don't have to go through the hassle of installing any software. We handle all tif to gif conversions in the cloud, which means that none of your computer's resources will be used in the process.

Tagged Image File Format

Extension.tif
Category🔵 images
Programs
🔵 Microsoft Windows Photos (Windows)
🔵 Microsoft Windows Photo Viewer (Windows)
🔵 Apple Preview (Mac)
🔵 CorelDRAW Graphics Suite (Windows)
🔵 Adobe Photoshop (Windows & Mac)
🔵 Adobe Photoshop Elements (Windows & Mac)
🔵 Adobe Illustrator (Windows & Mac)
🔵 ACD Systems ACDSee (Windows)
🔵 MacPhun ColorStrokes (Mac)
🔵 Nuance PaperPort (Windows)
🔵 Nuance OmniPage Ultimate (Windows)
🔵 Roxio Toast (Mac)
Description🔵 It is a file format used in the storage of raster images or graphics at a broad scale. It is popular among graphic designers, publishers, photographers both professionals and unexperienced. It was initially developed by Aldus 34 years ago and it later became an acquisition of Adobe Systems and the most recent version was released in 2002. This files can also be stored as TIFF.
Technical details🔵 The file format is known for its flexibility and adaptability especially when it comes to how it handles images and metadata. It can hold multiple images. High quality graphics and highly colored images are stored using the TIF file format. Files possessing the TIF extension also support numerous pages and layers. Such files can also be stored in a format that is unprocessed or loosely compressed.
Developer🔵 Aldus, Adobe Systems
MIME type
🔵 image/tiff
🔵 image/x-tga

CompuServe Graphics Interchange Format

Extension.gif
Category🔵 images
Programs
🔵 Adobe Photoshop
🔵 Apple Preview
🔵 Corel Paint Shop Pro
🔵 Microsoft Windows Photo Gallery Viewer
Description🔵 .xcf (eXperimental Computing Facility) The .xcf format is the native image file format of the GIMP software (GNU Image Manipulation Program). It's used for storing the entire composition including layers, channels, paths, and other elements that are part of a GIMP imageThe XCF format is designed to preserve all information GIMP can contain about an image; however, due to its specific nature, it's not widely supported outside of GIMP. For sharing, images in XCF format are often exported to more universally recognized formats like PNG or JPEG.
Technical details🔵 The GIF (Graphics Interchange Format), introduced by CompuServe in 1987, is a bitmap image format with these characteristics: - Color Limitation: Supports only 256 colors, making it suitable for graphics or logos but not for detailed photographs. - Animation Support: Stores multiple images for animated effects, popular for looping animations and web graphics. - Lossless Compression: Uses LZW compression, reducing file size without quality loss, effective for uniform color images. - Transparency Support: Allows background transparency in images. - Interlacing Option: Offers an interlaced format for quicker loading on slow connections. - Standardization: Original version (87a) in 1987, enhanced version (GIF89a) in 1989 with animation and transparency improvements. - Aspect Ratio: Lacks inherent aspect ratio support. - Applications: Commonly used online for animation and transparency, less so for high-quality photography due to color limits. - No Audio Support: Cannot embed sound. - Metadata: Limited metadata compared to formats like JPEG. - Browser Support: Broadly supported in web browsers and image viewers. - Patent Issues: LZW compression was patented, leading to controversy and PNG development; patent expired in 2003. - File Extensions: .gif or .GIF. Mainly used for web graphics, animations, and simple art, GIF is efficient for images with fewer colors but not ideal for detailed or high-quality images.
Developer🔵 CompuServe
MIME type
🔵 image/gif

FAQ

❓ How do I change tif to gif?
To get started, either pick a file you want to convert from tif and select it or drag and drop it into the conversion tool. Next, select the desired format that you wish to convert your file to. Once you have selected the format, click the "convert" button and wait for the tool to finish converting your file.
⏳ What is the estimated time it will take to convert tif to gif?
Typically, image conversions only take a few seconds, so you can expect a speedy conversion when changing tif to gif.
🛡️ Can I trust OnlineConvertFree to convert tif to gif securely?
Absolutely! We take your security seriously, and guarantee the protection of your uploaded and converted files. No one will have access to your information since we delete all files once the conversion process is complete. You can trust that all types of conversions, including tif to gif, are 100% safe on OnlineConvertFree.
📱 Is it possible to convert tif to gif without having to install any software?
Yes, that's right! OnlineConvertFree doesn't require any installation, which means that you can convert any files, including tif to gif, on your computer or mobile device, completely online.