How to convert AVIF to PNG
- 1. Drop in AVIF imagesClick Choose AVIF files, drag files onto the box, or paste a copied image with Ctrl+V (Cmd+V on a Mac).
- 2. Click ConvertThere are no options: PNG is lossless and keeps transparency automatically. The tool starts when you click Convert.
- 3. Save the PNGsUse each file's Download button, or Download all (.zip) for a batch.
When PNG is the right target for an AVIF
AVIF is excellent for delivering images on websites, but it's awkward to work with afterwards. PNG is the better choice over JPG when:
- the image has a transparent background: stickers, logos, product cut-outs, UI graphics
- you're going to edit it and want no extra compression loss each time you save
- it's a graphic with flat colors or text, where JPG would add smudgy edges
- an app, template or upload form asks specifically for PNG
| AVIF | PNG | |
|---|---|---|
| Released | 2019, Alliance for Open Media | 1996 |
| Compression | Lossy or lossless (AV1) | Lossless |
| Transparency | Yes | Yes |
| File size | Very small | Much larger |
| Editing without extra loss | No, if saved lossy | Yes |
| Support outside browsers | Limited | Universal |
Transparency carries straight over
Both AVIF and PNG have a full alpha channel, so transparent and semi-transparent pixels convert one-to-one. Soft shadows and anti-aliased edges look exactly as they did. There's no background color to choose because none is needed.
If you'd prefer a smaller file and don't need transparency, turn the AVIF into a JPG instead.
About file size
AVIF's compression is among the most efficient around, and PNG stores every pixel without loss. So the PNG will usually be many times larger. That's normal and doesn't mean anything went wrong; each row shows the before and after size once it's done.
The PNG is a faithful copy of the decoded AVIF. It can't recover detail the AVIF's compression removed, but it won't lose any more.
Browser support
The AVIF is decoded by your browser, and current versions of Chrome, Edge, Firefox and Safari can all do it. On an older browser or operating system, update first. HDR AVIF images are converted to a standard PNG, so the brightest highlights may look less vivid.
Frequently asked questions
Do my AVIF files get uploaded?
No. Conversion happens on your device, in the browser, and the files are never uploaded. The page loads its own code, ads and cookieless analytics, but your images aren't sent anywhere. How to see this for yourself.
Does AVIF to PNG keep transparency?
Yes. PNG supports the same kind of transparency as AVIF, so transparent backgrounds and soft edges are preserved.
Is the conversion lossless?
The PNG step is lossless: it saves the decoded AVIF exactly. Any detail lost when the AVIF was originally compressed can't be restored.
Why is the PNG so much bigger than the AVIF?
AVIF uses advanced lossy compression; PNG keeps every pixel. A many-times-larger PNG is expected.
Can I convert several AVIF files at once?
Yes. Add them all, click Convert once, and use Download all (.zip) to save everything in one file.
My browser says it can't convert this file. What now?
Your browser decodes the AVIF, so an outdated browser may not support it. Update to the latest Chrome, Edge, Firefox or Safari and try again.
Does the PNG keep the AVIF's metadata?
Not by default. With Metadata set to Remove, EXIF and XMP data (camera details, location, dates) are left out. Choose Keep to copy them into the PNG.