SVG to PNG
Export vector graphics as PNG – pixel-perfect
Why SVG → PNG?
SVG vector graphics are ideal for web and print, but not accepted everywhere. Convert them to PNG for maximum compatibility with all programs and platforms.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an SVG file?
SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics) is a vector-based image format based on XML. It's ideal for logos and illustrations as it can scale without quality loss.
Why convert SVG to PNG?
PNG is universally supported – even in applications and platforms that don't accept SVG. PNG is also easier to edit and insert into documents.
What resolution is the PNG created at?
The PNG is created at the original size of the SVG graphic. The resolution corresponds to the ViewBox defined in the SVG.
Can I adjust the output size?
Currently, the original size of the SVG is used. Size adjustment is planned for a future version.
About PNG
PNG (Portable Network Graphics) was released in 1996 as an open standard and developed as a patent-free alternative to GIF after Unisys demanded licensing fees for the LZW algorithm used in GIF in 1994. PNG uses lossless compression based on the Deflate algorithm and supports up to 16 bits per channel as well as full-color transparency through a dedicated alpha channel. The format is particularly suited for graphics with sharp edges, text, logos, and screenshots – anywhere JPEG would produce artifacts through its lossy compression. PNG does not support animation; this gap is filled by the unofficial APNG format, which is supported by most browsers. The interlaced variant (Adam7) enables progressive loading where a coarse preview becomes visible even with minimal data transferred. PNG is the de facto standard for lossless web graphics and is supported by all browsers, operating systems, and image editing programs. For photography, however, PNG is inefficient since file sizes are significantly larger compared to JPEG or WebP, which is why PNG is primarily used for graphics and screenshots.
About SVG
SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics) was published by the W3C in 2001 as an XML-based vector graphics standard. Unlike raster formats like PNG or JPEG, SVG describes graphics as mathematical paths, shapes, and text, allowing them to scale to any size without quality loss. SVG files are ideal for logos, icons, diagrams, illustrations, and responsive web designs since they remain sharp at any resolution and are typically much smaller than equivalent raster graphics. The format supports CSS styling, JavaScript interaction, animations via SMIL or CSS, embedded fonts, and filter effects. Inline SVG can be embedded directly into HTML5 documents and controlled via DOM manipulation. Complex SVGs with many paths can be computationally expensive to render, and SVG is not suitable for photographs. SVG 2.0 has been in development and aims to improve CSS integration and accessibility. SVG is the standard format for vector graphics on the web and is natively supported by all modern browsers.
Why convert SVG → PNG?
SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics) is an XML-based vector format ideal for logos, icons, illustrations, and technical drawings. It scales losslessly to any size and is extremely compact. However, SVG is unsuitable for photos, screenshots, and complex raster images. Converting to PNG is needed when you require a rasterized version — for example, as a favicon, for social media uploads, for email templates, or for systems that can't render vector graphics. Many platforms and content management systems only accept raster formats like PNG. PNG supports lossless compression and alpha transparency, making it ideal for graphics, screenshots, and images with transparent areas.