Convert PNG to APNG
Free PNG to APNG converter. Keeps transparency. No signup, and your files are deleted after 1 hour.
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How to convert PNG to APNG
Quick answer: To convert PNG to APNG: upload your PNG file, choose APNG as the output format, click Convert and download the result. It takes a few seconds, needs no account, and your files are deleted from the server after 1 hour.
- Upload your PNG file by clicking the upload area, dragging it in, or pasting an image URL.
- Select APNG as the output format.
- Click Convert and wait a few seconds.
- Download your APNG file, or download several files at once as a ZIP.
What changes when you convert PNG to APNG
- Both formats support transparency, so see-through areas stay transparent.
- Your PNG is a still image, so the APNG will also be a still image.
- Neither format throws away detail in this conversion, so the pixels are preserved.
- Expect a larger file with APNG; it trades size for quality or features.
PNG vs APNG at a glance
| Feature | PNG | APNG |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | PNG (Portable Network Graphics) | APNG (Animated PNG) |
| Introduced | 1996 | 2004 |
| Compression | Lossless | Lossless |
| Transparency | Yes | Yes |
| Animation | No | Yes |
| Best for | Logos, screenshots, icons and graphics with sharp edges or transparency | Full-color animations with smooth transparency |
| Compatibility | Opens in every browser, phone, computer and app. | Supported by all current browsers; ordinary PNG viewers show only the first frame. |
When to choose APNG instead of PNG
Choose APNG for full-color animations with smooth transparency. Its main limit: files are larger than animated WebP.
Stay with PNG if you need logos, screenshots, icons and graphics with sharp edges or transparency.
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PNG to APNG FAQ
How do I convert PNG to APNG?
Upload your PNG file, select APNG as the output format and click Convert. When it finishes, download the APNG file. No software or account is needed, and your files are deleted after 1 hour.
Does converting PNG to APNG reduce quality?
No. Both formats keep the full pixel data, so the converted image looks identical.
Is transparency kept when converting PNG to APNG?
Yes. Both PNG and APNG support transparency, so see-through areas are preserved.
Can I convert an animated PNG to APNG?
Yes, but only if the source is animated. A still PNG produces a still APNG.
Will the APNG file be smaller than the PNG?
Usually no. APNG files tend to be larger than PNG because APNG keeps more data.
Where can I open a APNG file?
Supported by all current browsers; ordinary PNG viewers show only the first frame.
Is it free and safe to convert PNG to APNG here?
Yes. It is free for up to 20 files per day and 100 MB per file, with no sign-up. Files are processed on our server, never shared, and deleted automatically after 1 hour.
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