TIFF Converter
Convert TIFF scans and professional photos to JPG, PNG, WebP, or any format you need — free, instant, private.
Drop your TIFF files here
Only TIFF files accepted
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Why use PixelTools to convert TIFF
Local TIFF decoding
TIFF isn't natively supported by browsers, so PixelTools parses the TIFF container and pixel strips directly on your device.
Dramatic size reduction
TIFF files can run 10-100 MB. JPG or WebP output is typically 90%+ smaller with no visible quality loss.
Convert to any format
Choose JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF, or ICO depending on where the file needs to go next.
No upload required
Everything happens locally in your browser. Your scans and photos stay private.
Three steps to convert TIFF
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Drop your TIFF or TIF file
Drag one or more .tiff or .tif files onto the drop zone. Since browsers can't natively decode TIFF, PixelTools parses the container and pixel strips directly in JavaScript, locally on your device — no upload involved.
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Pick your output format
Choose JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF, or ICO. The decoded pixel data is drawn to an HTML canvas and re-encoded using the browser's native encoder at your selected quality.
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Download your converted files
A 40 MB TIFF scan typically produces a JPG under 3 MB. Download files individually or as a ZIP, ready for email, upload, or archiving.
Who converts TIFF files, and to what?
TIFF is the native output of flatbed scanners, print workflows, and archival photography — producing files that routinely hit 50-100 MB. Converting bridges the gap between high-quality capture and the size limits of email, uploads, and shared drives.
Office administrator scanning contracts
A flatbed scanner set to 300 DPI produces TIFF files of 20-60 MB per page — too large to attach in Outlook or Gmail. Converting to JPG brings each page under 2 MB, making multi-page contract packages easy to email.
Photographer delivering print-ready proofs
Print labs often return archival TIFFs from film or medium-format scans. Converting to high-quality JPG lets photographers share proofs with clients via Dropbox or WeTransfer without triggering size limits.
Archivist digitizing historical documents
Libraries and archives capture master copies as uncompressed TIFF, often 80-100 MB each. Converting to JPG creates access copies that load instantly in a browser and upload cleanly to platforms like Omeka or CONTENTdm.
Graphic designer exporting flattened Photoshop files
Photoshop saves layered work as TIFF for maximum fidelity, but TIFF can't be uploaded to Squarespace, Shopify, or Canva. Converting the flattened TIFF to JPG produces a web-ready file those platforms accept.
Medical or legal professional sharing scanned records
TIFF is the standard output of document management scanners used in legal and medical practices. Converting scanned records to JPG makes them compatible with case management portals and secure email without exceeding attachment quotas.
Frequently asked questions
What is TIFF used for?
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TIFF is the standard output of flatbed scanners, print production workflows, and professional photography. It supports high bit depth and layered or multi-page documents, which is why files can run 10-100 MB.
Why can't I just open TIFF in my browser?
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Browsers don't render TIFF natively the way they do JPG or PNG — dropping a .tiff into a browser tab usually downloads it instead of displaying it. This converter reads the TIFF data directly rather than relying on browser image support.
Which format should I convert TIFF to?
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Pick JPG for the biggest size reduction when sharing scans or photos. Pick PNG for a lossless archival copy. Pick WebP if the image is headed to a website.
Does this handle multi-page TIFF files?
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PixelTools converts the primary image frame of a TIFF to your chosen format. For single-page scans and standard photography TIFFs, this covers the file completely.
Does converting TIFF to JPG lose quality?
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There's a small quality reduction from JPG's lossy compression, but at the default 92% setting it's imperceptible at normal viewing sizes — while the file can shrink by 90% or more.
Are my files uploaded anywhere?
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No. TIFF files are parsed and converted entirely in your browser. Nothing is sent to a server.
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