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Convert PNG to AVIF

PNG is lossless and often large, especially for photographs saved as PNG. AVIF keeps the alpha channel PNG is prized for but stores the image far more efficiently, so a transparent logo or screenshot shrinks sharply while still dropping cleanly onto any background.

Also known as: PNG to AVIF converter · Transparent PNG to AVIF

Files up to 50 MBTypically under a minuteNeed AVIF to PNG instead?

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How to convert PNG to AVIF

  1. Step 1

    Add your PNG file

    Drag your PNG file into the box, or choose it from your device. It can be up to 50 MB.

  2. Step 2

    Choose your settings

    Adjust Quality (85%) and Remove metadata (on), or keep the starting values in brackets, which suit most files. More are under Advanced options.

  3. Step 3

    Press Convert to AVIF

    The work happens on our servers, and you can follow its progress.

  4. Step 4

    Download your AVIF file

    Your upload is already deleted, and the result is deleted after one hour.

Why convert PNG to AVIF?

  • Shrinking large PNG screenshots or exports for the web
  • Keeping transparency while cutting a logo's file size
  • Replacing heavy PNG photographs with a modern format
  • Serving smaller images without losing the alpha channel

PNG vs AVIF

Comparison of PNG and AVIF
PropertyPNGAVIF
Typical sizeBaselineMuch smaller
TransparencySupportedSupported
CompressionLossless onlyLossy or lossless
Browser supportUniversalAll current browsers

Frequently asked questions

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