TIFF to PNG Converter
Convert TIFF images to PNG online for free. Lossless quality, transparency preserved, web-friendly output. No software needed. Up to 50 MB.
Drop your TIFF file hereTap to choose your TIFF file
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Also supports JPG, WebP, BMP, GIF, HEIC, AVIF, PSD • Max 50 MB
How to Convert TIFF to PNG
Upload
Drag and drop your TIFF image into the converter above, or click Choose TIFF File to browse your device.
Convert
Click Convert to PNG. Our server converts your image using ImageMagick in seconds, preserving quality and transparency.
Download
Click Download PNG to save the converted file. That's it — no registration, no email required.
Convert TIFF to PNG on Any Device
On Windows 10/11
Windows can open basic TIFF files through the Photos app, but multi-page TIFFs, CMYK color space, and high-bit-depth images often fail to render correctly. Microsoft Paint can open simple TIFFs and save as PNG via File > Save As, but it strips transparency and cannot handle professional TIFF variants. An online converter handles all TIFF types — including CMYK, 16-bit, LZW-compressed, and multi-layer files — and outputs a standard PNG that works everywhere on Windows.
On Mac
Preview on Mac opens TIFF files natively and can export to PNG through File > Export. This works well for individual files, but batch converting multiple TIFFs requires Automator workflows or Terminal commands. Preview may also produce oversized PNG files without optimal compression. Our online converter processes any TIFF variant and applies efficient PNG compression, producing smaller files without any quality loss.
On iPhone / iPad
iOS cannot display TIFF files in the Photos app or Files browser. If you receive a TIFF image via email or download one from a cloud service, it appears as an unsupported file. Opening this converter in Safari lets you upload the TIFF, convert it to PNG (preserving transparency if present), and save the result to your Camera Roll or share it through the iOS share sheet.
On Android
Android's default gallery app does not support TIFF files. Downloaded TIFFs from email, scanner apps, or file-sharing services show as unsupported file types. Rather than installing specialized image apps, open this converter in Chrome or any Android browser, upload the TIFF from your file manager, and download a PNG that works natively in every Android app and messaging platform.
What is TIFF?
TIFF (Tagged Image File Format) is a flexible image format designed for professional imaging and print production. Developed by Aldus (later Adobe) in 1986, TIFF supports lossless compression, multiple layers, CMYK and Lab color spaces, 16-bit and 32-bit color depth, and multi-page documents — making it the standard in printing, scanning, medical imaging, and GIS mapping.
TIFF files are significantly larger than web formats. An uncompressed TIFF of a 24-megapixel photo can be 70–140 MB. Even with LZW lossless compression, TIFF files typically range from 20–50 MB per image. This makes TIFF impractical for web use, email, or social media, but indispensable for archival storage and professional workflows where every pixel matters.
Most web browsers cannot display TIFF files (Safari is the only exception with limited support). Mobile devices have minimal TIFF support, and social media platforms reject TIFF uploads entirely. This is why converting to a web-friendly format like PNG is essential for sharing TIFF images online.
What is PNG?
PNG (Portable Network Graphics) is a lossless image format designed specifically for the web. Created in 1996 as a patent-free alternative to GIF, PNG uses deflate compression to reduce file size without discarding any image data. Every pixel in a PNG is identical to the original — there are no compression artifacts.
PNG's key advantage is full alpha transparency. Unlike JPG (no transparency) or GIF (1-bit on/off transparency), PNG supports 8-bit alpha channels with 256 levels of transparency per pixel. This enables smooth semi-transparent overlays, anti-aliased edges on logos, and seamless compositing on any background color.
PNG is universally supported by every web browser, operating system, image editor, and social media platform. It is the preferred format for screenshots, diagrams, logos, icons, text-heavy images, and any graphic where sharp edges and pixel-perfect accuracy matter more than the smallest possible file size.
TIFF vs PNG: Quick Comparison
| Feature | TIFF | PNG |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossless (LZW, ZIP) or none | Lossless (deflate) |
| Typical file size | 20 – 200 MB | 500 KB – 30 MB |
| Color space | RGB, CMYK, Lab, Grayscale | RGB, Grayscale |
| Color depth | Up to 32-bit per channel | Up to 16-bit per channel |
| Transparency | Yes (alpha channel) | Yes (8-bit alpha) |
| Layers | Yes | No |
| Multi-page | Yes | No (single image) |
| Web browser support | Limited (Safari only) | Universal (all browsers) |
| Mobile support | Very limited | Full native support |
| Best for | Print, archival, scanning, professional imaging | Web, screenshots, logos, graphics with transparency |
Why Convert TIFF to PNG?
Lossless web compatibility
TIFF files cannot be displayed by most web browsers or shared on social media. PNG gives you web compatibility while preserving full image quality — no compression artifacts, no color banding, no blurring. Unlike JPG conversion, TIFF to PNG is a lossless process: the visual output is pixel-identical to the original.
Preserve transparency
If your TIFF has a transparent background (common in graphics, logos, and layered compositions), PNG preserves that transparency with full 8-bit alpha support. JPG cannot store transparency at all — transparent areas become white or black. Choose PNG when your TIFF contains transparent or semi-transparent elements that need to render correctly on the web.
Share scanned images online
Scanners and document imaging software often produce TIFF files because the format preserves maximum quality. When you need to share scanned images via email, messaging apps, or web uploads, converting to PNG makes the file viewable on any device while maintaining the sharpness of scanned text, line art, and fine detail that JPG compression would degrade.
Reduce file size without quality loss
PNG's deflate compression typically produces files 30–70% smaller than uncompressed TIFF, with zero quality loss. While the reduction is not as dramatic as lossy JPG compression, the trade-off is that every pixel remains identical. This makes TIFF to PNG ideal for archival images, medical scans, and technical illustrations where artifacts are unacceptable.