Convert WebP to GIF

To convert WebP to GIF, run npx optimo image.webp --format gif. GIF can be required for legacy destinations and some chat platforms. Optimo handles format conversion and optimization in a single step.

Command

Convert a file by targeting the output format:

npx optimo image.webp --format gif

Tip: add --dry-run to preview changes.

Why convert?

  • GIF can be required for legacy destinations and some chat platforms.
  • Useful when you need the GIF container specifically.

Format notes

WebP

Modern image format with great compression and broad browser support.

GIF

Legacy animated image format that is still widely used for simple loops.