Convert GIF to WEBM
Transform animated GIFs into WEBM video files. WEBM is optimized for web delivery with excellent compression.
Upload your GIF and convert to WEBM for significantly smaller files that work great in browsers.
Why Convert GIF to WEBM?
WEBM provides even better compression than MP4 for web content. Perfect for websites prioritizing performance.
Modern browsers support WEBM natively, and the format is royalty-free and open source.
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Common Use Cases
Web Development: Replace animated GIFs with efficient WEBM videos in HTML5 video tags.
Documentation: Convert GIF tutorials to WEBM for faster-loading documentation sites.
Progressive Enhancement: Serve WEBM to modern browsers with GIF fallback for older ones.
Benefits of WEBM Over GIF
File Size: WEBM compression can reduce GIF file size by 90% or more.
Web Optimized: Designed specifically for HTML5 video with streaming support.
Quality: Full color support and better compression algorithms than GIF.
Note About Audio
Since GIF format has no audio, the resulting WEBM will be a silent video. WEBM does support audio if you need to add it later.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much smaller is WEBM compared to GIF?
WEBM typically achieves 90-95% file size reduction compared to GIF. A 10MB GIF can become a 300-500KB WEBM file while maintaining equivalent visual quality. VP9 codec in WEBM is specifically optimized for efficient compression.
Which browsers support WEBM format?
All modern browsers support WEBM including Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari (14+), and Opera. Only Internet Explorer and very old Safari versions lack support. For maximum compatibility, provide MP4 fallback for legacy browsers.
Is WEBM better than MP4 for web use?
WEBM often provides better compression than MP4 at the same quality level, making it ideal for web performance. However, MP4 has broader device compatibility. Many developers serve WEBM to modern browsers with MP4 fallback.
Does WEBM support transparency like GIF?
Yes, WEBM with VP9 codec supports alpha channel transparency. This makes it an excellent choice for animated overlays and graphics that need transparent backgrounds. However, our converter creates opaque videos by default.
Can I play WEBM on my phone?
Android devices natively support WEBM playback. iOS devices can play WEBM in Safari (iOS 14+) and Chrome. For older iOS versions, you may need to use MP4 format instead.
Is WEBM open source and royalty-free?
Yes, WEBM is completely open source and royalty-free. Developed by Google, it uses VP8/VP9 video codecs and Vorbis/Opus audio codecs, all of which are free to use without licensing fees.