Convert AVIF to PNG online

To convert AVIF to PNG, upload the AVIF file, start the conversion and download the result: Converter.now writes a lossless PNG. The PNG is lossless, but it cannot bring back detail that AVIF compression already discarded, so expect a larger file that looks the same.

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AVIF to PNG at a glance

Converts: AV1 Image File → Portable Network Graphics
Output: A lossless PNG
Compression: AVIF: lossy → PNG: lossless
Engine: Pillow (with ImageMagick fallback)
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AVIF to PNG: The pixel decoding and image re-encoding route explained

Converter.now decodes a high-efficiency AV1-derived still image with HDR and alpha capabilities into a working pixel canvas, then writes that canvas according to PNG's color and compression model. Dimensions may stay constant while encoding, metadata, and fine detail change. AVIF reading selects the primary AV1 image item and follows its color, alpha, depth, gain-map, transform, and sequence relationships inside the container. PNG output preserves the exact raster samples with optional full alpha and color metadata, though file size, palette reduction, the lack of animation, and profile handling all still vary by writer.

Canvas decoded from a high-efficiency AV1-derived still image with HDR and alpha capabilities. Image written as losslessly encoded pixels with full alpha transparency.

Not quite the pair you need? Browse more ways to convert AVIF files or the PNG converter hub for every route into and out of PNG.

Background reading: choosing between JPG, PNG, WebP and AVIF covers how transparency, detail and browser support decide the format.

AVIF

AV1 Image File

Used for high-efficiency modern images.

Family: Images
MIME: image/avif

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PNG

Portable Network Graphics

Designed for lossless images and transparency.

Family: Images
MIME: image/png

The delivery decision for this AVIF to PNG route

Choose PNG when its particular balance of compatibility, alpha, animation, and file size matches the destination better than AVIF.

What changes between the AVIF model and the PNG deliverable

The PNG is lossless, but it cannot bring back detail that AVIF compression already discarded, so expect a larger file that looks the same.
Treat AVIF-specific metadata fields as optional in the PNG result until you have actually confirmed they survived.

Reading AVIF correctly and satisfying what PNG expects

What can fail when AV1 Image File is interpreted

Older apps may not decode AVIF, and aggressive encoding can smear fine texture despite a small file.

What Portable Network Graphics cannot safely promise

PNG is inefficient for many photographs, and indexed optimization can reduce a smooth palette even without JPEG-style loss.

How the PNG writer handles this route

The writer builds losslessly encoded pixels with full alpha transparency and labels the result as image/png. The receiving application - Not the extension alone - Is the final compatibility test.

Acceptance evidence for the converted PNG

Record the AVIF evidence before conversion

Inspect gradients and texture at 100% and open the file on the oldest required device.

Test the PNG file in its receiving workflow

Inspect transparent edges, gradients, exact dimensions, color, and small text at 100%.