Convert PNG to PDF Online Free

Convert PNG images, screenshots, and graphics into PDF documents. Ideal for submitting forms, creating presentations, or archiving visual content as documents.

Quick Answer

To convert PNG to PDF, drop your PNG file into the converter. ChangeThisFile generates a PDF document containing your image at full resolution using client-side JavaScript. Transparency from the PNG is rendered on a white background in the PDF. No files are uploaded - everything happens on your device.

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PNG vs PDF: Format Comparison

Key differences between the two formats

FeaturePNGPDF
TypeRaster imageDocument format
TransparencyYes (alpha)White background fill
PagesSingle imageMulti-page support
QualityLossless pixelsEmbedded image quality
AnnotationsNoComments, forms, stamps
Universal viewingImage viewers/browsersPDF readers
Best forScreenshots, graphicsDocuments, sharing, archiving

When to Convert

Common scenarios where this conversion is useful

Submitting screenshots as documentation

Convert screenshots into PDF for bug reports, support tickets, or compliance documentation. PDFs are the standard format for formal document submissions.

Creating printable graphics

When you need to print a PNG graphic, converting to PDF gives you precise control over print sizing and ensures the image prints correctly on standard paper sizes.

Packaging diagrams for sharing

Technical diagrams, flowcharts, and infographics saved as PNG convert well to PDF for professional distribution. PDFs maintain layout integrity across different devices.

Digital signature workflows

Many e-signature platforms require PDF input. Convert your PNG documents, scans, or forms to PDF before uploading them for digital signature collection.

How to Convert PNG to PDF

  1. 1

    Add your PNG image

    Drag and drop your PNG file into the converter, or click browse to select it from your device.

  2. 2

    PDF created in your browser

    A PDF document is generated with your PNG image embedded at full resolution. Transparent areas are rendered on white.

  3. 3

    Download the PDF

    Save the PDF file. Open it in any PDF reader, email it, or upload it wherever PDFs are accepted.

Frequently Asked Questions

Transparent areas in your PNG are rendered on a white background in the PDF. PDF does support transparency in some contexts, but for maximum compatibility the converter uses a white background.

The PDF page sizes automatically to fit your PNG image while maintaining its aspect ratio. Large images are fitted within standard page dimensions.

Yes. The PNG image is embedded in the PDF at its original resolution. No re-compression or quality loss occurs during the conversion.

Currently each PNG converts to a separate PDF. Multi-page PDF creation from multiple images is planned for a future update.

No. The PNG is embedded as an image, so any text is part of the pixel data and not searchable. You would need OCR software to extract searchable text.

Yes. Phone screenshots are typically saved as PNG. Open this page on your mobile browser and convert screenshots directly to PDF without any app.

Yes. ChangeThisFile is completely free with no usage restrictions. Convert as many files as you need for personal or commercial purposes.

The converter generates PDF 1.4 compatible files, which are supported by all modern PDF readers and meet most archival and submission requirements.

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