How to Convert PDF to PNG — Quick & Free
Fast, instant PDF to PNG conversion. No signup required. Just drop your .pdf file and get .png in seconds.
Batch Settings
Some metadata may not survive
Your PDF file may contain XMP, document properties metadata. PNG has limited or no support for these metadata types. Location data (GPS), camera settings, and color profiles may be stripped during conversion.
Besoin de transformer rapidement vos documents PDF en images PNG de haute qualité ? Que ce soit pour une présentation, une publication en ligne, l'intégration dans un logiciel de design ou simplement pour partager une page spécifique sans altérer sa mise en page, notre outil de conversion est là pour vous simplifier la tâche. Fini les captures d'écran fastidieuses et les pertes de résolution ! Nous avons développé une solution intuitive qui préserve la clarté de vos textes et la fidélité de vos graphiques, garantissant ainsi un rendu professionnel à chaque conversion. Idéal pour les professionnels, les étudiants et toute personne cherchant une méthode efficace et fiable pour manipuler des fichiers. Convertissez vos PDF en PNG en quelques clics, avec une précision optimale et une facilité d'utilisation inégalée.
- Extraits pour rapports administratifs (France)
- Illustrations pour thèses universitaires (Québec)
- Aperçus de maquettes graphiques (Belgique/Suisse)
Dans les contextes francophones, notamment pour les administrations et l'édition, la conversion PDF vers PNG est souvent utilisée pour garantir l'intégrité visuelle d'un document ou d'une signature, évitant ainsi toute modification involontaire du contenu textuel. Il est crucial de s'assurer que les polices et la mise en page soient parfaitement conservées lors de la conversion.
About PDF to PNG Conversion
Short answer: yes, you can convert PDF to PNG online for free, and quality is well preserved with the right settings. Just upload your .pdf file to CocoConvert, pick PNG as the output, and click Convert. The whole process takes seconds.
Now for the details. PDF (Portable Document Format) preserves layout, fonts, and graphics across every device and operating system. PNG uses lossless compression and supports transparency, making it perfect for graphics, logos, and screenshots. Converting between these two formats lets you convert between formats quickly.
Full Name: PDF uses Portable Document Format, while PNG uses Portable Network Graphics. Compression: PDF uses Lossy & Lossless, while PNG uses Lossless. Transparency: PDF uses —, while PNG uses Yes.
Your PDF file is decoded and re-encoded as PNG. Converting PDF to PNG maintains high quality with CocoConvert's optimised encoder settings.
CocoConvert runs entirely online — no software to install, no account to create. Your files are encrypted during upload (TLS), processed on isolated servers in Germany, and permanently deleted after 24 hours. It works in Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge, and all mobile browsers.
Need to convert more than one file? Free users can do 5 per hour. Pro gets 100 per hour with files up to 5 GB each.
How to Convert PDF to PNG
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1. Upload PDF
Drop your .pdf file onto the page (or tap "Browse" on mobile). Add multiple files for batch conversion.
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2. Select PNG
Choose .png from the output dropdown. Settings are pre-configured for best results.
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3. Convert
One click. The server handles all the heavy lifting using FFmpeg and Sharp.
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4. Download
Your .png file is ready. Download it directly or get all files as a zip archive.
What Happens When You Convert PDF to PNG
Each page of your PDF document is rendered (rasterized) into a PNG image at the specified resolution.
Your PDF document is parsed — fonts, vectors, and embedded images are interpreted
Each page is rendered at high resolution (typically 300 DPI)
The rendered pixels are encoded as PNG
Multi-page documents produce multiple PNG files (one per page)
PDF vs PNG — Detailed Comparison
| Feature | .PNG | |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Portable Document Format | Portable Network Graphics |
| Compression | Lossy & Lossless | Lossless |
| Transparency | — | Yes |
| Animation | — | No |
| Color Depth | — | 8 or 16 bits/channel (up to 48-bit color) |
| HDR Support | — | No |
| Typical File Size | 100 KB–50 MB (depends on embedded graphics) | 5–20 MB per photo, <1 MB for graphics |
| Platform Support | Universal | Universal |
| Browser Support | Universal | Universal |
| Year Created | 1993 | 1996 |
| Open Standard | Yes | Yes |
Should You Convert PDF to PNG?
When to Convert
- ✓You need just the audio track from a video recording
- ✓You're creating a podcast or audio file from video content
- ✓You need a file that works in web browsers
- ✓You need maximum device and software compatibility
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PDF to PNG conversion free?
Yes. CocoConvert offers free PDF to PNG conversion with generous daily limits — 25 minutes of processing time and up to 5 files per hour (250 MB each). Pro plans remove these limits.
How fast is PDF to PNG conversion?
Most files convert in 2–10 seconds depending on size. Large document files may take 30 seconds. Batch jobs process in parallel for maximum speed.
What happens to my files after conversion?
Your uploaded PDF file and the converted PNG file are both automatically deleted from our servers within 24 hours. They are never shared, sold, or analysed.
Does converting PDF to PNG lose quality?
Converting PDF to PNG maintains high quality with CocoConvert's optimised encoder settings.
Can I convert PNG back to PDF?
Yes, CocoConvert supports PNG to PDF conversion as well. However, if the original conversion involved lossy compression, converting back won't recover the lost data.
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