How to convert TIFF to TGA
To convert TIFF to TGA, upload your TIFF file, choose TGA as the output format and press Convert. The finished TGA 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 changes TIFF images into TGA files in seconds, with no software to install and no watermark. You can convert several files at once, resize them and choose the quality for formats that support it. Metadata such as location tags is removed from the output for privacy.
Reasons to switch from TIFF to TGA
- Lossless with alpha channel
- Simple and fast to read
- Standard in game and 3D tools
- Works with: Photoshop, GIMP, Blender, Unity and Unreal
What to expect from this conversion
- Transparency is kept in the TGA file.
- Browsers do not display TGA files, so use it in editors, print workflows or development tools rather than on a web page.
TIFF vs TGA
| Property | TIFF | TGA |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Tagged Image File Format | Truevision Targa |
| Released | 1986, Aldus / Adobe | 1984, Truevision |
| Compression | Lossy or lossless | Lossless |
| Transparency | Yes | Yes |
| Animation | No | No |
| Bit depth | 8, 16 or 32-bit | 8-bit |
| Shown in browsers | No | No |
| Best for | print and publishing; document scanning | game textures; 3D renders and video frames |
Steps to convert TIFF to TGA
- Drop your TIFF image file onto the converter, or click to choose it.
- Check that TGA is selected as the target and adjust the options if you want.
- Press Convert, then download your new TGA file when it finishes.
Tips for the best result
- Use quality 80 to 90 for photos: it is visually close to the original at a much smaller size.
- Set a width if the image will be shown on a small screen, which also reduces the file size.
- Choose a background colour before converting transparent images to a format without transparency.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert TIFF to TGA?
Drop your TIFF files on the converter, confirm that TGA is the target and press Convert. Download each file or the whole batch as a ZIP.
Is the TIFF to TGA converter free?
Yes. It is free with no watermark, no sign-up and no limit on how many images you convert. The site is supported by ads.
Does converting TIFF to TGA reduce quality?
Transparency is kept in the TGA file. The quality slider only affects formats that use lossy compression.
Will transparency be kept when I convert TIFF to TGA?
Yes. TGA supports transparency, so transparent areas stay transparent.
Which programs open TGA files?
TGA files open in Photoshop, GIMP, Blender, Unity and Unreal.
How many images can I convert at once?
Up to 20 images per batch, each up to 60 MB. Files are deleted from the server about 30 minutes after conversion.