AVIF is one of the most efficient image formats available, and converting a PNG to AVIF can shrink the file dramatically. It is a strong choice for hero images, product photos and any page where loading speed matters.
Why AVIF is attractive for the web
AVIF delivers photo quality at very small file sizes and supports transparency. Smaller downloads load faster, which helps users on slow connections and can improve loading metrics that search engines look at.
Know the support limits
Current versions of Chrome, Firefox, Safari and Edge display AVIF. Many editors, email clients and older devices do not. Use AVIF on your website and keep a PNG or JPG for sharing and printing, or publish both and let the browser pick.
A sensible workflow for AVIF
Export or keep your original as PNG, convert a copy to AVIF, and compare the two at the size they will appear on the page. If the AVIF looks right, use it on your site and keep the PNG as the master. Because AVIF is a lossy format, avoid converting an AVIF back and forth between formats, which would only compress it again.
Good to know about PNG to AVIF
Keep the original PNG as the source for any future edits.
Preview the AVIF in your target browsers before replacing images on a live site.
Transparent PNGs keep transparency in the AVIF.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert PNG to AVIF?
Drop your PNG files onto the converter above (or click to choose them), press Convert and download the AVIF files. It works in your browser and needs no software.
Is AVIF always smaller than PNG?
For photographs it almost always is. Very simple graphics with flat colours can show a smaller difference.
Why would I choose WebP over AVIF?
WebP is supported by slightly more software and is a simpler default. AVIF usually gives smaller files but is supported in fewer programs outside browsers.
Is the PNG to AVIF converter free?
Yes. You can convert up to 20 files per batch, 10MB each, without creating an account. A free account raises the file limit to 25MB, and Pro or the 24-hour pass go up to 100MB per file with larger batches.
Which files can I upload?
This page is set up for PNG (PNG), but the converter also accepts many other formats, including JPG, PNG, WebP, AVIF, HEIC, TIFF, BMP, PSD and camera RAW files.
What happens to my files?
Uploaded files are used only to produce your conversion and are deleted automatically. See the privacy policy for the exact retention details.
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