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Convert GIF to PNG on Mac

Convert GIF to PNG for higher quality static images with transparency support and millions of colors.

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Why convert GIF to PNG?

Convert GIF to PNG in seconds with batch processing
All processing happens locally on your Mac — files never leave your device
Drag and drop files or entire folders for instant conversion
Lossless quality with transparency support for graphics and screenshots

How to convert GIF to PNG on Mac

Open Picmal

Download and open Picmal on your Mac.

Add your GIF files

Drag and drop your GIF files or entire folders into Picmal.

Select PNG and convert

Choose PNG as the output format and click Convert.

GIF vs PNG

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GIF

Graphics Interchange Format

Introduced by CompuServe in 1987 and standardized as GIF89a, this classic format supports frame-based animation and simple graphics with a palette of up to 256 colors per frame. It remains ubiquitous for short animations across the web.

Best for

Simple animations, icons, and low-color graphics

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PNG

Portable Network Graphics

Lossless image format standardized as ISO/IEC 15948 and maintained as a W3C Recommendation. PNG supports full alpha transparency and is the preferred format for graphics, screenshots, and images requiring sharp edges.

Best for

Screenshots, logos, graphics with transparency

Frequently asked questions

How do I convert GIF to PNG on Mac?

Open Picmal, drag and drop your GIF files, select PNG as the output format, and click Convert. Picmal processes everything locally on your Mac — no uploads needed.

Does converting GIF to PNG lose quality?

No. PNG uses lossless compression, so your converted files retain full quality.

Can I batch convert multiple GIF files to PNG?

Yes. Picmal supports batch conversion — drag and drop hundreds of GIF files or entire folders and convert them all to PNG at once.

Is it free to convert GIF to PNG with Picmal?

Picmal requires a one-time purchase of $15.99 — no subscription. You can download the app to try the interface, but a license is needed to convert files. 14-day money-back guarantee.