TIFF to PNG Online Converter

Convert your TIFF file to PNG format in simple 3 clicks.

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Convert TIFF to PNG Format

PNG is TIFF's natural counterpart for digital publishing — lossless, but web-friendly and universally displayable. Converting TIFF to PNG retains all the color and quality of your professional file while producing an image that any browser, email client, or operating system can display. PNG's compression algorithm produces files far smaller than TIFF, making it the go-to conversion for photographers and designers moving from print to web workflows.

Why Convert TIFF to PNG?

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Web display Browsers can't display TIFF. PNG is the lossless format of choice for web publishing.
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Email and messaging PNG attaches and displays in every email client and messaging app without issues.
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Presentations PowerPoint, Keynote, and Google Slides embed PNG seamlessly at full quality.
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Digital archiving For documents under 50 MB, PNG provides an excellent lossless archive format accessible everywhere.

TIFF

File extension.tiff
DescriptionTIFF is a flexible, adaptable format for professional printing, publishing, and photography. Supports lossless compression.
Associated programsAdobe Photoshop, GIMP, CorelDRAW, Lightroom
Developed byAldus Corporation (now Adobe)
MIME typeimage/tiff

PNG

File extension.png
DescriptionPNG (Portable Network Graphics) is a lossless raster image format that supports transparency. Ideal for graphics, logos, icons, and images that require a transparent background.
Associated programsAdobe Photoshop, GIMP, Microsoft Paint, Preview (Mac)
Developed byPNG Development Group
MIME typeimage/png

How to Convert TIFF to PNG?

Upload your TIFF file

Click "Choose File" or drag and drop your TIFF image into the upload area.

Select PNG as output format

Choose "PNG" as the output format. Optionally adjust dimensions, color filters, or DPI.

Convert the file

Click "Convert Now" to start converting your TIFF file to PNG.

Download the PNG file

Once the conversion is complete, download your converted PNG file instantly.

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Note: TIFF files often store 16-bit per-channel color. PNG also supports 16-bit — ensure your converter preserves 16-bit depth if color accuracy is critical.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about converting TIFF to PNG.

Is this TIFF to PNG converter free?

Yes, our TIFF to PNG converter is 100% free to use. No registration, no login, no hidden fees.

How long does it take to convert TIFF to PNG?

Conversion typically takes only a few seconds using our powerful cloud servers.

Is my TIFF file secure?

Yes. Your files are processed on our secure servers and deleted immediately after conversion.

What is the maximum file size?

You can convert files up to 400MB in size for free.

Do I need to install software?

No installation required. Our TIFF to PNG converter works entirely in your web browser.

TIFF vs PNG: Complete Format Guide

Feature	TIFF (source)	PNG (target)
Compression	None/LZW/ZIP	Lossless
Transparency	Supported — extra alpha channels with full precision, stored as associated or unassociated alpha	Full 8-bit alpha channel — each pixel can be any opacity level from fully transparent (0) to fully opaque (255)
Animation	Not natively supported; multi-page TIFF stores multiple images but without animation timing data	Not in standard PNG; APNG (Animated PNG) is a non-standard extension with limited, inconsistent support
Color Depth	Up to 64-bit (16-bit per channel RGBA), including CMYK, Lab, and specialized color space support	24-bit RGB (16.7M colors) or 32-bit RGBA (16.7M colors + full alpha); up to 48-bit for professional workflows
File Size	5 MB – 100 MB+ per image — a 24MP camera image is typically 60–80 MB as uncompressed TIFF	100 KB – 10 MB — significantly larger than JPG for photographic content
Browser Support	Not supported in any web browser — cannot be displayed on web pages without prior conversion	Universal — all modern browsers, operating systems, and devices including IE7+
Best For	Professional printing	Graphics, logos, UI

Common Use Cases: TIFF → PNG

🌐 Web-ready high-quality images🎨 Design asset preparation📤 Cross-platform file sharing🖥️ Software and development assets

⚠️16-bit TIFF will typically convert to 8-bit PNG in standard conversion workflows. If deep color preservation is required, configure your conversion tool to specifically output 16-bit PNG.

TIFF

About the {from} Format TIFF

TIFF was developed by Aldus Corporation in 1986 to standardize images scanned for desktop publishing. Its flexible, extensible container supports multiple compression options and bit depths within the same format. Adobe acquired Aldus in 1994 and maintains the TIFF specification today. TIFF became the definitive professional standard for photography, medical imaging, GIS mapping, and archival digitization requiring maximum data fidelity.

Strengths

+16-bit and 32-bit per channel for HDR photography and scientific imaging

+Multiple compression options: balance quality against file size as needed

+Industry standard for professional printing, prepress, and photography archiving

+CMYK and Lab color space support for accurate print production

+Multi-page storage for contact sheets, scanned documents, and multi-frame data

Limitations

−Enormous file sizes — impractical for web delivery or consumer sharing

−No browser support — must convert before any web display

−Slow to open and process even in professional software

−Incompatible with consumer applications, email clients, and mobile devices

When to Use TIFF

→Professional photography archiving and long-term preservation

→Print production workflows requiring CMYK or 16-bit color depth

→Medical, scientific, or GIS imaging requiring maximum data precision

→When a print shop or institutional client specifically requires TIFF format

Tips

•Use LZW or ZIP compression in TIFF to reduce file size 30–50% with zero quality loss

•Always work in 16-bit TIFF for HDR photo retouching — it preserves tonal detail

•Convert to JPG, PNG, or WebP before any web publishing

•Keep TIFF as your archival master and export separate optimized versions for other uses

PNG

About the {from} Format PNG

PNG was created in 1996 as a free, patent-unencumbered alternative to GIF after Unisys enforced its LZW compression patent. The PNG Development Group introduced full-color support, genuine alpha transparency, and superior lossless compression. It quickly became the web standard for logos, UI elements, and any image requiring a transparent background — a role it dominates to this day.

Strengths

+Lossless — every pixel preserved with zero compression artifacts

+Full 8-bit alpha channel for smooth, semi-transparent edges

+Ideal for text, logos, and graphics where sharpness is non-negotiable

+Unlimited re-saves without any quality degradation whatsoever

+Supports up to 48-bit color depth for professional color workflows

Limitations

−3–5× larger than JPG for photographic content

−No native animation support in standard PNG

−Slower to load than WebP for equivalent image content

−Not practical for very high-resolution photographs at web scale

When to Use PNG