PNG to AVIF Converter
Convert PNG files to AVIF for maximum compression efficiency on the web. AVIF supports transparency and delivers the smallest file sizes available.
Maximum compression
AVIF produces smaller files than any other web image format, including WebP and PNG, while maintaining excellent visual quality.
Transparency supported
AVIF fully supports alpha transparency, making it a viable replacement for transparent PNG images on the web.
Future-proof format
AVIF is the format of choice for next-generation web performance, backed by major browser vendors and Google.
Real-world size comparison
Average sizes measured on typical PNG assets (logos, icons, illustrations, screenshots) converted to AVIF at quality 80.
| Image type | Source | Output | Saved |
|---|---|---|---|
| Logo with transparency 800×200 | 45 KB (PNG) | 8 KB (AVIF) | −82% |
| Icon set 512×512 | 120 KB (PNG) | 18 KB (AVIF) | −85% |
| Screenshot 1440×900 | 850 KB (PNG) | 65 KB (AVIF) | −92% |
| Illustration 2000×1500 | 1.2 MB (PNG) | 110 KB (AVIF) | −91% |
Compatibility at a glance
AVIF supports full alpha transparency, making it a direct replacement for PNG on the web. Browser support now covers over 95% of users.
| Platform | Status |
|---|---|
| Chrome 85+ (since Aug. 2020) | Supported |
| Firefox 113+ (since May 2023) | Supported |
| Safari 16.4+ (since Mar. 2023) | Supported |
| Edge 121+ (since Jan. 2024) | Supported |
| Older Safari (< 16.4) and IE 11 | Not supported |
| WordPress (since 6.5, Apr. 2024) | Supported |
| Figma, Canva (export only) | Partial / fallback advised |
When to convert, when to keep the original
Convert when
- Icons, logos, and UI elements with transparency served on the web
- Screenshots and illustrations on blogs and documentation sites
- Product images on e-commerce where every KB matters
- You can provide a PNG or WebP fallback via the picture element
Keep the original when
- You need to edit the file in software that does not read AVIF
- The image will be printed (use PNG or TIFF)
- Your CMS does not accept AVIF uploads yet
- The original PNG is already under 5 KB
Frequently Asked Questions
Does AVIF support transparency like PNG?
Yes, AVIF supports full alpha channel transparency. Transparent PNG images can be converted to AVIF without losing their transparency.
How much smaller is AVIF compared to PNG?
Significantly smaller. For photographic content, AVIF can be 60-80% smaller than PNG. For graphics, savings are lower but still substantial.
What if some visitors use older browsers that don't support AVIF?
Use the HTML picture element to provide AVIF as the primary source and PNG or WebP as a fallback for unsupported browsers.
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