How to Convert AVIF to PNG
AVIF delivers stunning image quality at tiny file sizes, but sometimes you need a format that every image editor, presentation tool, and design application can handle without question. Converting AVIF to PNG gives you a lossless copy that preserves all the decoded image data — including any transparency — in the most universally supported lossless format available. imageconvert.co handles the conversion entirely in your browser, so your images stay on your device the whole time.
AVIF vs PNG: What's the Difference?
| Feature | AVIF | PNG |
|---|---|---|
| Compression type | Lossy or lossless (AV1-based) | Lossless only (DEFLATE-based) |
| File size | Extremely small for lossy; competitive for lossless | Large — prioritizes perfect quality over size |
| Transparency | Full alpha channel, HDR support | Full alpha channel, standard color depth |
| Color depth | Up to 12-bit, HDR and wide gamut | Up to 16-bit per channel, standard gamut |
| Best use case | Web delivery where bandwidth matters | Editing workflows, screenshots, archival storage |
How to Convert AVIF to PNG
- Drop your AVIF files onto the converter above or click to browse — add as many as you need
- Each AVIF file is decoded (natively or via WASM fallback) and encoded as a lossless PNG
- Download individual PNG files or grab the whole batch as a ZIP
Frequently Asked Questions
Will converting AVIF to PNG preserve transparency?
Yes. If your AVIF image has an alpha channel (transparent or semi-transparent regions), the PNG output will preserve it exactly. PNG has native transparency support, making it the ideal lossless target for images with alpha data.
Why are the PNG files so much larger than the AVIF originals?
AVIF achieves its small file sizes through advanced lossy compression that discards visually unimportant data. PNG keeps every single pixel unchanged, which means files can be 5-10x larger. This trade-off is the point — you're choosing universal compatibility and editability over file size.
Should I convert AVIF to PNG or JPG?
Choose PNG when you need transparency, plan to edit the image further, or want a lossless reference copy. Choose JPG when you just need a compatible version for sharing — JPG files will be much smaller, though you'll lose any transparency and introduce a second round of lossy compression.
Does AVIF to PNG conversion work on mobile?
Yes. imageconvert.co runs in any modern mobile browser. The converter uses Web Workers for parallel processing and adjusts the worker pool size for mobile devices to avoid overloading your phone's resources.