How to convert AI to PNG
To convert AI to PNG, upload your AI file, choose PNG as the output format and press Convert. The finished PNG file is ready to save to your phone or computer in seconds, free, with no watermark and no sign-up. Your file is deleted from our server about 30 minutes after the conversion.
This free online converter turns AI vector graphic files into PNG in your browser, with no software to install and no watermark. The conversion runs on our server using poppler, and the result is ready to save to your phone or computer in seconds. Your AI file is deleted automatically about 30 minutes after the conversion.
Why convert AI to PNG?
- Lossless, so no quality loss
- Full alpha transparency
- Sharp text and edges
- Opens in: every browser, editor and operating system
What to expect from this conversion
- The AI file must have been saved with PDF compatibility, which is Illustrator's default. Files saved without it cannot be read.
- The artwork is rendered to pixels at 150 dpi. Use SVG or PDF if you need to keep it scalable.
AI vs PNG
| Property | AI | PNG |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Adobe Illustrator Artwork | Portable Network Graphics |
| Released | 1987, Adobe | 1996, PNG Development Group / W3C |
| Family | Vector | Image |
| Opens in | Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Inkscape, Affinity Designer and CorelDRAW | every browser, editor and operating system |
| Best for | logos and brand artwork; illustrations for print | screenshots and UI graphics; logos with transparent backgrounds |
Steps to convert AI to PNG
- Drop your AI file onto the converter, or click to choose it.
- Check that PNG is selected as the target format and adjust the options if you want.
- Press Convert, then save the new PNG file to your device when it finishes.
Tips for the best result
- Re-save the AI file with PDF compatibility if it fails.
- Use SVG for the web and PDF for print.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert AI to PNG?
Drop your AI file on the converter, confirm that PNG is the target format and press Convert. When it finishes, press Save to device or download the PNG file. No account or software is needed.
Is the AI to PNG converter free?
Yes. It is free, with no watermark, no sign-up and no limit on how many files you convert. The site is supported by ads.
What should I know before converting AI to PNG?
The AI file must have been saved with PDF compatibility, which is Illustrator's default. Files saved without it cannot be read. The artwork is rendered to pixels at 150 dpi. Use SVG or PDF if you need to keep it scalable.
Why does my AI file not convert?
Only AI files saved with PDF compatibility can be read. In Illustrator, choose Save As and turn on Create PDF Compatible File.
Which programs open PNG files?
PNG files open in every browser, editor and operating system.
How large a file can I convert?
Up to 100 MB per file. Files are deleted from the server about 30 minutes after conversion, and no one looks at them.