How to convert PNG to SVG
- Add your PNGDrop it on the page, browse for it, or paste a copied image.
- CompareUse the slider and zoom to check edges against the original PNG.
- Adjust colorsKeep Auto, or set the exact number of colors your logo uses.
- Download the SVGGet a vector file with real paths and a transparent background.
Transparency is handled properly
PNG is the usual format for graphics with a transparent background, so this converter treats transparency as part of the artwork. Transparent pixels are left out of the SVG entirely instead of being traced as a black or white shape, and holes inside a shape stay open. Switch the preview background between transparent, white and dark to confirm that light artwork is still there and that no stray background was left behind.
Getting a clean result from a PNG
- Use the largest PNG you haveMore pixels mean more edge information. Small PNGs are upsampled before tracing, but a 1000-pixel source will always beat a 100-pixel one.
- Match the color countIf your logo has three colors, choose "Up to 3" (plus one if it has a solid background). This removes fringe colors along the edges.
- Remove the background firstFor a PNG exported on white, enable background removal so the SVG contains only the artwork.
- Fix brand colorsClick a palette color and type the exact hex code so the SVG matches your brand guide.
PNG vs SVG
| PNG | SVG | |
|---|---|---|
| Stored as | A grid of pixels | Shapes described by paths |
| Enlarging | Becomes blurry or blocky | Stays sharp at any size |
| Changing colors | Needs an image editor | Edit a fill value or use CSS |
| Best for | Photos, screenshots, detailed images | Logos, icons, illustrations, cut files |
| Transparency | Yes, including soft edges | Yes, with crisp edges |
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert a PNG to SVG for free?
Choose your PNG above. It is traced into vector paths in your browser and you can download the SVG right away. There is no signup, watermark or usage limit.
Does the transparent background of my PNG stay transparent?
Yes. Fully transparent areas stay empty in the SVG, including transparent holes inside the artwork. Soft, semi-transparent edges are converted to a crisp edge, because traced shapes are solid fills.
My PNG has a white background. Can I remove it?
Turn on "Remove solid background". Only the background connected to the edges of the image is removed, so white details inside a logo are kept. You can also click a color in the palette and remove it.
Will the SVG be smaller than the PNG?
For logos and icons with a few colors, usually yes. For detailed or photographic PNGs the SVG can be larger, because every color region becomes a path. The file size is shown before you download.
Is renaming a .png file to .svg enough?
No. That only changes the file name. Some tools also wrap the PNG inside an SVG file, which still pixelates when enlarged. This converter traces the picture into real vector paths and never embeds the bitmap.
Is my PNG uploaded anywhere?
No. The PNG is processed locally with WebAssembly and never leaves your device.