TIFF to PNG Converter
Turn TIFF into a lossless PNG that opens everywhere and keeps transparency — free, no signup, no watermark.
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How to convert TIFF to PNG online
- Click "Browse Files" or drag your TIFF file into the converter above (up to 200 MB free, 500 MB with an account).
- The target format is preset to PNG — adjust quality options in the picker if you need to.
- Hit "Convert". Your file uploads over an encrypted connection and converts automatically in the cloud — nothing to install.
- Click the green "Download" button to save your PNG file. The original is deleted immediately and the result auto-deletes after 24 hours.
That is the entire flow — no email address, no software install, no watermark on the output. The page you are reading handles TIFF to PNG from start to finish.
What's the difference between TIFF and PNG?
TIFF (Tagged Image File Format) and PNG (Portable Network Graphics) solve different problems: TIFF is a lossless compression format built for print production, scanning, archival, while PNG is a lossless compression format whose strength is screenshots, logos, graphics with transparency. In practice you will meet TIFF when dealing with print production, scanning, archival, and reach for PNG when you need screenshots, logos, graphics with transparency — the table below compares them point by point.
| TIFF | PNG | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Tagged Image File Format | Portable Network Graphics |
| Developed by | Aldus / Adobe | PNG Development Group (W3C standard) |
| Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Compression | Lossless compression | Lossless compression |
| Typical use | print production, scanning, archival | screenshots, logos, graphics with transparency |
| File extension | .tiff | .png |
| MIME type | image/tiff | image/png |
Why convert TIFF to PNG?
TIFF (Tagged Image File Format) is a flexible lossless image format created by Aldus in 1986 and now maintained by Adobe. It stores images at full quality with support for layers, multiple pages, and high bit depths, making it the standard in print, publishing, scanning, and archiving. Here is when PNG is the better choice:
- →PNG is lossless — no compression artifacts, ever. Text and sharp edges stay crisp.
- →Full alpha transparency makes PNG the standard for logos and UI assets.
- →It runs in the cloud — 10 free conversions a day with files up to 200 MB (20/day and 500 MB with a free account) — so even a phone or an old laptop converts at full speed.
Before you convert: three quick tips
- ●If your image has a transparent background, pick a target that supports it (PNG, WebP, AVIF); converting to JPG fills transparency with white.
- ●For web use, the modern formats (WebP, AVIF) save the most bandwidth; for maximum compatibility, JPG and PNG remain the safe choices.
- ●Keep your original TIFF — conversion never modifies it, and if you later need a different target format, starting from the original always gives the best quality.
PNG conversion settings explained
PNG is a lossless format, so there is no quality slider — the output always preserves complete pixel data. That makes results predictable: the same input always produces the same quality output.
A note on size: lossless file size depends on image complexity. Screenshots and graphics with flat colors compress extremely well; photographic content will come out noticeably larger than lossy formats like JPG or WebP — the fair price of zero loss.
How the conversion works
Filevo converts TIFF to PNG with libvips, the high-performance open-source image engine that powers the Sharp library used across the industry. libvips processes images as a stream with a tiny memory footprint, so a typical photo converts in under a second. The work happens on our servers, not your device — a phone or an aging laptop converts just as fast as a workstation.
Why convert TIFF to PNG?
Sometimes you need a file that opens everywhere but you can’t accept the quality loss of JPG. That’s exactly where PNG fits. Like TIFF, PNG is lossless — it keeps every pixel — and unlike TIFF, it opens natively in every browser, phone and image app. Converting to PNG gives you a portable, universally-supported file without sacrificing detail, which is ideal for archiving, editing and any graphic that has to stay pixel-perfect.
Lossless — and transparency is preserved
Filevo decodes the TIFF and writes a PNG pixel-for-pixel — no compression artifacts, no visible change. If the TIFF contains transparency, the PNG keeps it, because PNG supports an alpha channel; this is the key advantage over converting to JPG, which would fill those areas with white. The one trade-off is size: a lossless PNG is much larger than a JPG of the same image, though usually smaller than the original TIFF.
When PNG beats JPG for your TIFF
Reach for PNG when the image will be edited again, archived for the long term, layered over other graphics, or contains sharp edges, text or transparency that lossy compression would smudge — think logos, diagrams, screenshots and scanned line art. If you only need to view or share a photo and want the smallest file, JPG is the better pick. PNG is the choice when quality and transparency matter more than size.
Convert TIFF to PNG on any device
On Windows or Mac: drag the TIFF straight from Explorer or Finder into the converter above. On iPhone or Android: open this page in your browser, tap Browse Files and pick the TIFF — no app required. The conversion runs in the cloud, and the lossless PNG downloads ready to edit, archive or use anywhere.
What is TIFF?
TIFF (Tagged Image File Format) is a flexible lossless image format created by Aldus in 1986 and now maintained by Adobe. It stores images at full quality with support for layers, multiple pages, and high bit depths, making it the standard in print, publishing, scanning, and archiving.
| Full name | Tagged Image File Format |
| Developer | Aldus / Adobe |
| Released | 1986 |
| MIME | image/tiff |
What is PNG?
PNG (Portable Network Graphics) is a lossless raster image format standardized in 1996 as a patent-free replacement for GIF. It preserves every pixel exactly, supports full alpha transparency, and is the default choice for screenshots, logos, and graphics with sharp edges or text.
| Full name | Portable Network Graphics |
| Developer | PNG Development Group (W3C standard) |
| Released | 1996 |
| MIME | image/png |
Filevo vs other TIFF to PNG converters
An honest comparison — CloudConvert and Convertio are capable tools; here is where Filevo differs:
| Filevo | CloudConvert | Convertio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free tier | 10/day | 10/day | 10 credits/day |
| No signup needed | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Watermarks | None | None | None |
| Ads on free tier | No | No | Yes |
| Pricing model | 1 file = 1 credit, shown upfront | Per conversion minute | Credit packs |
Privacy & file security
Filevo deletes your uploaded TIFF file immediately after conversion and removes the converted PNG within 24 hours. Everything travels over TLS encryption, processing is fully automated with zero human access, and your files are never used for AI training. See our Privacy Policy for details. Privacy Policy →
TIFF to PNG converter FAQ
How do I convert TIFF to PNG for free?
Drop your TIFF file into the converter at the top of this page, confirm PNG as the target, click Convert, and download the result. It is genuinely free: 10 free conversions a day with files up to 200 MB (20/day and 500 MB with a free account), no watermarks, no software to install, no account required.
Is it safe to convert TIFF files online?
Yes. Transfers are TLS-encrypted end to end, and conversion is fully automated — no human ever sees your files. Your uploaded TIFF is deleted the moment conversion finishes, and the converted PNG auto-deletes after 24 hours (you can delete it sooner). We never use your files for AI training or share them with anyone.
Will I lose quality converting TIFF to PNG?
Both TIFF and PNG are lossless, so this conversion is mathematically lossless — the output carries exactly the same data as the input, just packaged differently.
How long does TIFF to PNG conversion take?
Usually seconds. The conversion itself takes from under a second to a few seconds for images and audio — most of the wait is the upload, which depends on your connection speed. Since processing happens in the cloud, your device stays fast, and you can run several conversions in parallel.
Can I convert TIFF to PNG on iPhone or Android?
Yes. Filevo runs entirely in the browser, so it works the same on iPhone, Android, tablets, and computers — no app to install. On mobile, tap Browse Files to pick from your photos or files.
What's the maximum file size?
Anonymous conversions accept files up to 200 MB; a free account raises that to 500 MB. Paid plans go from 1 GB up to 10 GB per file, with higher daily limits and priority queues.
Can I convert multiple files at once?
Yes. Drop up to 50 files at once — they roll through the queue automatically. Pick a target format per file or set one per category, then download results individually or grab everything as a single ZIP.
Does converting change my image dimensions or resolution?
No. Converting TIFF to PNG keeps the original pixel dimensions — a 4000×3000 image stays 4000×3000. Only the encoding and the file size change.
Why is my PNG larger than the original file?
PNG is lossless, so it stores every pixel exactly. Converting a compressed photo (like JPG or WebP) to PNG usually increases file size — that is expected and means no quality was lost.
Does converting TIFF to PNG lose any quality?
No. PNG is lossless, so Filevo writes the decoded TIFF pixel-for-pixel with no further compression. The image is identical to the source — the only change is a smaller file than the TIFF (but larger than a JPG would be).
Will transparency in my TIFF survive the conversion?
Yes. PNG supports an alpha channel, so any transparency in the TIFF is preserved in the PNG. That’s the main reason to pick PNG over JPG, which can’t store transparency and fills it with white.
TIFF to PNG or TIFF to JPG — which should I use?
Use PNG for lossless quality, transparency, editing and archiving. Use JPG when you want the smallest possible file to share or email and a tiny quality trade-off is fine. PNG keeps everything; JPG keeps it small.
Whether you need screenshots, logos, graphics with transparency or simply a file that works where TIFF will not open, the converter above turns TIFF into PNG in seconds — free, private, and with nothing to install. Bookmark this page for the next time a TIFF file refuses to cooperate.
Last updated: 2026-07-27