How to Convert GIF to BMP

GIF compresses its limited 256-color palette using LZW compression, while BMP stores pixel data completely uncompressed. Converting GIF to BMP doesn't add back any color detail GIF's palette already discarded, but it does produce a file format that virtually any image-handling software can read directly, without needing GIF decoding support, which matters for some legacy applications or embedded systems.

Since BMP is uncompressed, expect the resulting file to be larger than the original GIF, even though both formats are working with the same limited color information once converted.

1. Install Batchify Image Converter and Resizer Pro on your Windows PC.
2. Open the app and select Batch Mode for multiple files, or Individual Mode for a single GIF.
3. Drag your GIF file or folder into the app window, enabling recursive folder scanning if needed.
4. Set the "From" format to GIF and the "To" format to BMP.
5. Click Convert. BMP files are written to the output folder, fully offline.

• 100% offline — your images are never uploaded anywhere
• Bulk conversion of entire folders, including sub-folders, in one click
• Produces standard uncompressed BMP files readable by legacy software
• Multi-core processing for fast handling of large batches
• Option to delete original GIF files automatically after conversion
• No recurring subscription or hidden upload limits

If you only need straightforward format conversion without RAW or HEIC support, Batchify Image Converter and Resizer Lite covers this exact GIF-to-BMP conversion in a lighter, more focused app.