BMP to PNG Converter
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Use this BMP to PNG converter to turn BMP files into PNG right in your browser — ideal for screenshots, logos and icons and graphics with transparency. BMP uses no compression and PNG uses lossless compression, so file size and quality can change.
When should you convert BMP to PNG?
- To reduce file size and make uploading and sharing easier
- To get PNG's built-in advantage: transparent backgrounds
- To move past BMP's common limitation: very large files
- To open your files in apps that prefer PNG
About BMP and PNG files
BMP image
Strengths
- no compression artifacts
- simple format
Limitations
- very large files
- rarely used on the web
PNG image
Strengths
- transparent backgrounds
- sharp text and lines
- lossless quality
Limitations
- larger files than JPG for photos
- no animation
BMP vs PNG
| Format | BMP | PNG |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | None | Lossless |
| Transparency | No | Yes |
| Best for | uncompressed raster images and legacy Windows graphics | screenshots and logos and icons |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is this BMP to PNG converter free?
- Yes. You can convert BMP to PNG online for free, with no account and no watermark.
- Do I need to install software or sign up?
- No. The conversion runs entirely in your browser — no installs and no account required.
- Why convert to PNG instead of staying with BMP?
- PNG is known for being transparent backgrounds — that's what you gain by converting instead of keeping the BMP file.
- Are my files safe?
- Yes. Files are processed only to complete the conversion and are auto-deleted after 2 hours. We never share them.
- Can I convert multiple BMP files at once?
- Yes. Drop several files to convert them in a batch and download the results as a single ZIP.