Convert BMP to TIFF
Turn BMP images into TIFF files for print and archiving. Everything happens in your browser, so your images never leave your device.
Why convert BMP to TIFF?
BMP files are usually uncompressed, so they're far larger than they need to be and awkward to share. TIFF is lossless, and it's the format print shops, publishers and archives tend to ask for.
The background stays as it is
BMP has no transparency, so the TIFF keeps the same solid background. TIFF supports transparency, but a converter can't tell which pixels are "background". To get a transparent TIFF, remove the background in an editor first.
Quality is preserved
BMP and TIFF are both lossless, so every pixel carries over exactly. BMP is usually uncompressed, so the TIFF will be much smaller with no loss at all.
BMP and TIFF compared
| Property | BMP | TIFF |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Usually uncompressed | Lossless (or uncompressed) |
| Transparency | No | Supported, rarely used |
| Animation | No | No |
| Typical file size | Very large | Large |
| Best for | Legacy and embedded software | Print, scans, archiving |
| Support | Desktop apps; rare on the web | Desktop and pro software; not browsers |
Questions
Will converting BMP to TIFF make the background transparent?
No. BMP has no transparency, so the TIFF keeps the same solid background. Remove the background in an editor first if you need a transparent TIFF.
Will converting BMP to TIFF reduce quality?
No. Both formats are lossless, so every pixel is kept exactly.
Are my BMP images uploaded anywhere?
No. The conversion runs in your browser, on your own device, so your images are never sent to a server. Once the page and converter have loaded, it keeps working even if your connection drops.