PNG to AVIF Converter
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Convert PNG to AVIF — free, instant, no upload
How to Convert PNG to AVIF
Click Browse Files or drag & drop your PNG images onto the converter above. You can select multiple files for batch conversion.
Set the compression quality using the slider — higher values preserve more detail, lower values produce smaller files. Optionally enable resizing to change the output dimensions.
Click Convert to AVIF and your files will be processed instantly in your browser. Download them individually or all at once.
🔒 All image conversions happen 100% in your browser. Your files are never uploaded to any server — completely private, free, and unlimited.
Why Convert PNG to AVIF?
AVIF supports animation, which PNG does not.
AVIF offers up to 50% smaller file sizes than PNG at equivalent visual quality — perfect for faster website loading.
Improve website loading speed and Core Web Vitals scores by using a web-optimized format.
PNG vs AVIF — Format Comparison
| Feature | PNG | AVIF |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | PNG (Portable Network Graphics) | AVIF (AV1 Image File Format) |
| Compression | Lossless | Lossy & Lossless |
| Transparency | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Animation | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| Color Depth | 24-bit or 32-bit (with alpha channel) | Up to 12-bit HDR |
| Best For | Graphics with transparency, logos, icons, screenshots, text-heavy images, line art. | Next-gen web images, HDR photography, maximum compression with high quality. |
About the PNG Format
PNG is a lossless image format that preserves every pixel of your image perfectly, no matter how many times you save it. It supports full alpha transparency, making it the go-to choice for logos, icons, and any image that needs to be placed over different backgrounds. PNG files are typically larger than JPEG files for photographs, but they excel at preserving sharp edges, text, and flat-color graphics.
PNG was developed in 1996 as a patent-free replacement for the GIF format. It was designed to improve upon GIF by offering better compression, true color support, and full alpha transparency.
✅ Advantages
- Lossless compression — no quality loss
- Full alpha transparency support
- Perfect for screenshots, logos, and graphics
- Sharp text and edge preservation
❌ Disadvantages
- Larger file sizes than JPEG for photographs
- No animation support (use APNG or GIF instead)
- Overkill for simple photographs where lossy is acceptable
About the AVIF Format
AVIF is the newest and most advanced image format available today, based on the AV1 video codec developed by the Alliance for Open Media. It offers significantly better compression than both JPEG and WebP — producing files up to 50% smaller than JPEG at the same visual quality. AVIF supports HDR (High Dynamic Range), wide color gamuts, transparency, and animation. It represents the cutting edge of image compression technology.
AVIF was first released in 2019, based on the royalty-free AV1 video codec. It was developed by the Alliance for Open Media, which includes major tech companies like Google, Apple, Microsoft, Mozilla, Netflix, and Amazon. Browser support has been rapidly expanding since 2020.
✅ Advantages
- Best compression ratio of any image format
- Up to 50% smaller than JPEG at equivalent quality
- HDR and wide color gamut support
- Transparency and animation support
- Royalty-free and open standard
❌ Disadvantages
- Slower encoding time than JPEG or WebP
- Limited support in older browsers and software
- Some applications cannot open AVIF files natively
- Not yet universally adopted
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it free to convert PNG to AVIF?
Yes, completely free with no limits. Our converter runs in your browser — no uploads, no registration, no hidden costs.
Will I lose image quality?
AVIF uses lossless compression, so your image quality will be perfectly preserved during conversion.
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. All image conversions happen 100% in your browser using the Canvas API. Your files never leave your device, making this the most private way to convert images.
Can I convert multiple PNG files at once?
Yes! Simply drag and drop multiple files or select them with the file browser. All files will be converted in batch with a single click.