Convert PNG to BMP online in seconds — free, with no sign-up. BMP is lossless and ideal for legacy compatibility; usually better converted to PNG or JPG. Your files are encrypted and deleted automatically after 24 hours.
PNG
Portable Network Graphics — A lossless raster format that keeps every pixel and supports full alpha transparency.
BMP
Bitmap — An uncompressed legacy Windows format that produces very large files.
How to convert PNG to BMP
- 1Upload your PNG file
Click “Choose a file” or drag and drop your PNG file onto the page — no sign-up or email needed.
- 2Convert to BMP
BMP is already selected as the output. Open Options to fine-tune quality if you like, then click Convert.
- 3Download your BMP file
Your BMP file is ready in seconds — click Download to save it. Files are automatically deleted after 24 hours.
PNG vs BMP
| PNG | BMP | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Portable Network Graphics | Bitmap |
| Type | Raster image | Raster image |
| Compression | Lossless | Lossless |
| Best for | logos, icons, screenshots and graphics with sharp edges or transparency | legacy compatibility; usually better converted to PNG or JPG |
Frequently asked questions
Does converting PNG to BMP lose quality?
No. Both PNG and BMP are lossless, so every detail is preserved exactly — the conversion is visually and mathematically identical to the original.
What's the difference between PNG and BMP?
Portable Network Graphics (PNG) is lossless and best for logos, icons, screenshots and graphics with sharp edges or transparency. Bitmap (BMP) is lossless and best for legacy compatibility; usually better converted to PNG or JPG. Convert PNG to BMP when you need a raster image for legacy compatibility.
Is the PNG to BMP converter free?
Yes — converting PNG to BMP is completely free. There's no watermark, no sign-up and no email required, and you can convert as many files as you like.
Are my PNG files private and secure?
Yes. Your uploads are encrypted in transit, processed privately, and automatically deleted within 24 hours. We never share, sell or look at your files.
Can I convert PNG to BMP on iPhone, Android, Mac or Windows?
Yes. The converter runs entirely in your browser, so it works on any device — iPhone, iPad, Android, Mac, Windows or Linux — with nothing to download or install.
How long does it take to convert PNG to BMP?
Most files convert in a few seconds. Larger files take a little longer, and your upload speed is usually the limiting factor. There's no queue and no waiting for an email.
What else can I convert PNG files to?
Besides BMP, you can convert PNG to AVIF, GIF, ICO, JPG, PDF, PPM and more — see the full list of PNG conversions below.
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Last updated July 2026