PNG to BMP Converter
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Use this PNG to BMP converter to turn PNG files into BMP right in your browser — ideal for uncompressed raster images and legacy Windows graphics. PNG supports transparency while BMP does not, so transparent areas become a solid background color.
When should you convert PNG to BMP?
- When you don't need a transparent background
- To get BMP's built-in advantage: no compression artifacts
- To move past PNG's common limitation: larger files than JPG for photos
- To open your files in apps that prefer BMP
About PNG and BMP files
PNG image
Strengths
- transparent backgrounds
- sharp text and lines
- lossless quality
Limitations
- larger files than JPG for photos
- no animation
BMP image
Strengths
- no compression artifacts
- simple format
Limitations
- very large files
- rarely used on the web
PNG vs BMP
| Format | PNG | BMP |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossless | None |
| Transparency | Yes | No |
| Best for | screenshots and logos and icons | uncompressed raster images and legacy Windows graphics |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is this PNG to BMP converter free?
- Yes. You can convert PNG to BMP 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.
- Does BMP support transparency?
- No. BMP does not support transparent backgrounds, so transparent areas may become a solid background color.
- 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 PNG files at once?
- Yes. Drop several files to convert them in a batch and download the results as a single ZIP.