Convert PNG to SVG
Trace PNG artwork into real SVG vector paths in your browser. Ideal for logos, icons, illustrations, and graphics with clear edges.
Drop your PNG files here
Up to 50MB per file.
Conversion Settings
Files never leave your browser
How to Convert
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Upload your PNG files
Drag and drop or select PNG files from your device. You can upload multiple files at once.
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Choose tracing settings
Choose full colour or black and white, adjust vector detail and colours, then remove small unwanted specks if needed.
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Download SVG files
Once conversion finishes, download your files individually or as a compressed ZIP archive.
Why convert PNG to SVG?
SVG stores artwork as scalable vector paths instead of a fixed grid of pixels. It is especially useful for logos, icons, illustrations, cutting machines, and graphics that need to stay sharp at any size.
This converter traces the visible shapes and colours in your PNG. Clear edges and a limited colour palette generally produce the cleanest vector result.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does PNG to SVG create real vector paths?
Yes. The converter traces visible shapes and colours into SVG path elements rather than placing the original PNG inside an SVG wrapper.
Which PNG images produce the cleanest SVGs?
Logos, icons, illustrations, signatures, line art, and graphics with clear edges usually trace most cleanly. Detailed photographs create more shapes and larger SVG files.
What does Vector detail change?
Higher detail follows corners and curved edges more closely. Lower detail creates simpler paths that can be easier to edit and smaller to store.
How many colours should I choose?
Use fewer colours for simple logos and flatter artwork. Increase the number when the PNG contains shading, gradients, or several distinct colours you want to retain.
Can I create a black and white SVG?
Yes. Choose Black & white to trace the artwork using a focused monochrome palette, which is useful for signatures, stencils, cutting machines, and line art.
What does Remove small specks do?
It omits tiny isolated paths below the selected size. Increase it to clean dust or compression noise, or turn it off when very small details are intentional.
Does PNG transparency remain transparent?
Transparent areas are represented without an opaque background. The traced visible artwork can therefore be placed over other colours in compatible SVG software.
Can I batch convert PNG files to SVG?
Yes. Add several PNG images, apply the same tracing settings, and convert them together. Download each SVG separately or download all results as a ZIP.
Are my PNG images uploaded?
No. PNG tracing runs locally in your browser. Your images are not uploaded to Crest Convert or stored on our servers.
How can I turn the SVG back into a PNG?
Use the SVG to PNG converter when an application or upload form needs a raster image again.