Convert PNG to SVG
Free, fast and secure: convert PNG to SVG right in your browser.
Trace your PNG into a scalable SVG
Converting PNG to SVG redraws your image as crisp vector paths that scale to any size without blurring, ideal for logos, icons and print.
How to convert PNG to SVG
- 1 Drop your PNG file into the converter above.
- 2 It is converted to SVG automatically: no settings to fiddle with.
- 3 Download your new SVG file instantly.
PNG vs SVG
| Feature | PNG | SVG |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossless | Lossless |
| Transparency | Yes | Yes |
| Animation | No | No |
| Type | Raster | Vector |
| MIME type | image/png | image/svg+xml |
| Best for | Logos, icons, screenshots and any graphic that needs transparency or pixel-perfect edges. | Logos, icons and illustrations that must stay razor-sharp at every size. |
About the formats
PNG image
PNG is a lossless image format with full alpha transparency. It keeps every pixel exact, which makes it the go-to choice for logos, icons, screenshots and graphics with sharp edges.
Strengths
- Lossless, perfect, repeatable quality
- Full transparency (alpha channel)
- Crisp text, lines and flat colour
Limitations
- Larger files than JPG for photos
- No native animation
- Not ideal for large photographic images
Best for: Logos, icons, screenshots and any graphic that needs transparency or pixel-perfect edges.
SVG vector
SVG is an XML-based vector format that scales to any size without losing sharpness. It is ideal for logos, icons and illustrations, and can be styled and animated with CSS.
Strengths
- Infinitely scalable, always crisp
- Tiny files for flat graphics
- Editable and styleable as code
Limitations
- Not suitable for photographs
- Complex art can get heavy
- Needs rasterising for some uses
Best for: Logos, icons and illustrations that must stay razor-sharp at every size.