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CompressGIF vs FileShot

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CompressGIF compared with FileShot
DetailCompressGIF logo CompressGIF FileShot
What it doesCompress GIF files online for free in your browser with preview and target-size controls Zero-knowledge encrypted file sharing with no account required
StageNot given Not given
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Based inNot given US
Pricing modelFreemium Freemium
PricingFree: 3 files per batch, 10MB per file, preset sizes only. Pro monthly: $9.99/month for 50 files per batch, 50MB per file, custom target sizes. Pro annual: $49/year (about $4.08/month). Developer: $29/month or $278/year includes Pro features plus 5,000 monthly API credits. Free API: 500 credits per Free: 10 GB per file, 50 GB total storage, 90-day expiry. Pro: $10/month (billed monthly, $2.50/week), 100 GB per file, unlimited storage, up to 1 year expiry. Creator: $24/month, 300 GB per file, unlimited expiry. Professional: $38/month, 500 GB per file, HIPAA-ready with BAA. All plans include zer
Key features
  • Local browser processing without upload or account
  • Quality first, Size first, and Target size compression modes
  • Preset target sizes: 100KB, 256KB, 512KB, 1MB
  • Custom target sizes with Pro subscription
  • Batch compression: 3 files free, 50 files with Pro
  • REST API and MCP for automation
  • Color reduction and frame optimization
  • ZIP download for batch results with Pro
  • No watermark on compressed files
  • AES-256-GCM encryption in browser
  • Zero-knowledge architecture with key in URL fragment
  • Streaming encryption with 512 KB chunks
  • Expiry and burn-after-read options
  • P2P direct transfer via WebRTC
  • Archive builder for bundling files
  • Password protection on Pro+ plans
  • Custom share links and QR codes
  • Desktop app for Windows, macOS, Linux
  • 22 integrated tools including PDF editor and file converter
What makes it different
  • Private local compression keeps GIF contents on your device
  • Multiple compression modes let you prioritize quality or file size
  • Free access requires no account or card, with 500 free API credits monthly
  • Preserves original dimensions, frame timing and looping by default
  • Server cannot decrypt files due to zero-knowledge encryption design
  • Peer-to-peer transfers bypass server storage entirely
  • Free plan includes all core privacy features with 50 GB storage
  • Creator marketplace lets users sell files and keep 91%
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)10 no change since last check37 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)64
Citation Flow (Majestic)2429
Referring domains (Majestic)29116

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