PNG to TIF

Upload a PNG file and download it as TIF. Free to start.

Drop files here, or press Enter to choose them. Up to 50 MB per file.
Drop a PNG file hereFree · up to 50 MB · 10 operations in total without an account · or paste with Ctrl+V
  • Sent over HTTPS · link expires in 24 h

How it works

  1. Step 1:

    Drop the PNG file on the orange block above, or press “Choose PNG”.

  2. Step 2:

    Press “Convert to TIF”. The block shows the progress while the server converts the file.

  3. Step 3:

    Press “Download” to save the TIF file. On Free the link works for 24 hours.

How PNG to TIF conversion works

PNG is an image format: it uses lossless DEFLATE compression and supports a full alpha-transparency channel, preserving every pixel exactly as encoded. TIF is an image format that stores data in the TIF format. This conversion changes the file's encoding, compression method, and supported feature set. Colour profiles and orientation metadata are preserved in the output. Converting between these two formats is common when the source application does not support TIF natively or when the target platform only accepts TIF. 1converter processes this conversion server-side using open-source tools. Files are transferred over HTTPS, converted on secure cloud servers, and returned through a private download link that expires after 24 hours on Free.

Sources and specifications

Quality levels for PNG → TIF

LevelFile sizeSpeed
Low qualitySmallest file, basic qualityVery smallVery fast
Medium qualityRecommendedBalanced size and qualityMediumFast
High qualityLarger file, great qualityLargeModerate
Maximum qualityLargest file, best possible qualityVery largeSlow

Image Tip: For photos, Medium quality offers the best balance. For graphics with text or sharp edges, use High or Maximum quality to preserve clarity.

When to convert

What the TIF file is good for and why people convert to it.

  • Preserves pixel-level detail from PNG’s lossless source when saving to TIFF
  • Better suited for professional print pipelines that expect TIFF container formats
  • Converting scanned logos or artwork from PNG to TIFF for print service submissions
  • Archiving screenshots or diagrams in a long-lived TIFF container

Where your file goes

  • It travels to our server over an encrypted HTTPS connection and is converted there.
  • The TIF file comes back as a private link. It stops working after 24 hours on Free and 7 days on paid plans, and then the files are deleted.
  • Want the file to stay on your device? Private Mode converts images right in the browser. Open Private Mode

Questions and answers

What people ask before converting PNG to TIF.

Ask supportAll questions
Is PNG lossless and will TIFF keep the same quality?
PNG is lossless and retains exact pixel data. When converting to TIFF without additional compression losses, the image quality can remain effectively unchanged, aside from any chosen TIFF compression/bit-depth settings.
What happens to PNG transparency when converting to TIFF?
PNG may include an alpha channel. TIFF can store transparency using specific TIFF modes/encodings, so the converter’s TIFF options determine whether alpha is preserved.
Will the TIFF file be larger than the PNG?
Often yes: TIFF is a flexible container and commonly ends up larger, especially with high bit depth or lossless/less-compressed settings. PNG is typically compact for flat graphics, while TIFF prioritizes workflow compatibility.
Are TIFF files more compatible with editing and printing tools?
TIFF is widely supported in desktop imaging and printing pipelines because it can carry metadata and support multiple bit depths and color profiles. PNG remains common for web use, but TIFF is often preferred for production output.

Many files at once? Starter converts 5 at a time, 100 a day.

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