How to convert your APNG file
- Click the "Select File" button above, and choose your APNG file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert APNG to another file type
The converter easily converts your APNG file to various formats—free and online. No Photoshop or extra software needed.
- APNG to GIF
- APNG to MP4
- APNG to PNG
- APNG to WEBP
- APNG to WEBM
- APNG to JPG
- APNG to PDF
- APNG to BMP
- APNG to TIFF
- APNG to TIF
- APNG to ICO
- APNG to CUR
Convert a file to APNG
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the APNG file type—in the best quality.
- RAW to APNG
- PNG to APNG
- AI to APNG
- NEF to APNG
- PSB to APNG
- DNG to APNG
- SVG to APNG
- GIF to APNG
- EPS to APNG
- JPG to APNG
- ARW to APNG
- PDF to APNG
About APNG files
The Animated Portable Network Graphics (APNG) file format is an extension of the PNG format that supports animation. While it maintains the lossless compression and transparency features of PNG, APNG files are not universally supported by all applications and web browsers, which can lead to compatibility issues.
Conversion Options and Software
To overcome these limitations, converting APNG files to more widely supported formats like GIF, MP4, or AVI can be beneficial. Software like Adobe After Effects and GIMP can be used for conversion, although they may require additional plugins or steps to handle APNG specifically.
Challenges in Conversion
Converting APNG files can be challenging due to potential loss of quality or animation frames, especially when converting to formats like GIF, which have limited color palettes. Ensuring that the animation speed and quality are preserved requires careful attention.
Drawbacks of Using APNG
Despite its advantages, the lack of widespread support makes APNG less ideal for sharing animations across various platforms. This is why utilizing Convert.Guru is recommended for an easy and reliable conversion process.
By using Convert.Guru, you can effortlessly convert your APNG files by simply dragging and dropping them onto the page. This user-friendly process allows you to convert APNG files to formats such as GIF, MP4, AVI, and more without needing extensive technical knowledge.
The APNG Converter Story
The history of Convert.Guru began more than 25 years ago in California, when Tom Simondi published the most comprehensive database of file formats on his website. Before that, Tom had worked on Space Shuttle development at the Air Force Systems Command’s Space Division in Los Angeles. He is known as one of the top programmers of the late 1980s.
When Microsoft integrated Tom’s Filext database into Windows XP, it became the leading platform for analyzing and processing file types and formats.
Today, we use the latest technologies to analyze, process, and convert one of the world's largest collections of file formats. We are committed to developing the best APNG converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.