PQI Converter
Convert PQI files online for free
Drop or upload your .PQI file
How to convert your PQI file
- Click Select File above, and choose your PQI file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert PQI to another file type
The converter easily converts your PQI file to various formats—free and online. No Windows Backup or extra software needed.
- PQI to BAK
- PQI to BACKUP
- PQI to OLD
- PQI to TMP
- PQI to TEMP
- PQI to ARC
- PQI to ZIP
- PQI to TAR
- PQI to GZ
- PQI to 7Z
- PQI to RAR
- PQI to ISO
Convert a file to PQI
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the PQI file type—in the best quality.
- SNAPSHOT to PQI
- OLD to PQI
- IMG to PQI
- RESTORE to PQI
- ISO to PQI
- COPY to PQI
- VMDK to PQI
- TMP to PQI
- VHD to PQI
- BAK to PQI
- ARCHIVE to PQI
- BACKUP to PQI
About PQI files
PQI files, known as PowerQuest Disk Image Files, are primarily used for creating backups of entire disk drives. While these files are efficient for backup purposes, converting them into more accessible formats can pose challenges due to their proprietary nature.
Converting PQI files typically requires specialized software. Notable options include Norton Ghost and Acronis True Image. These programs can help convert PQI files into formats like ISO, VHD, and IMG, making them usable across various applications.
However, some considerations must be kept in mind. The conversion process may be complex and time-consuming, especially for large files. Additionally, the proprietary nature of PQI files means that not all software can handle them, and attempting to convert them without the right tools can result in data loss.
While PQI files are useful for backups, their limitations in compatibility and conversion complexity can be a drawback. For users looking for a hassle-free solution, we recommend using the intuitive and free Convert.Guru website. Simply drag and drop your PQI files onto the webpage to convert them into various formats effortlessly. With Convert.Guru, you can navigate these challenges and broaden the usability of your files without technical hurdles.
The PQI 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 PQI converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.