AVIF FORMAT

AVIF Converters

Convert AVIF images to widely compatible formats.

About AVIF

AVIF (AV1 Image File Format) leverages the AV1 video codec to deliver next-generation compression—typically 50% smaller than JPEG at equivalent quality, with support for HDR, wide color gamut, and both lossy and lossless compression. Standardized by the Alliance for Open Media in 2019, AVIF offers 10-bit and 12-bit color depth plus full alpha transparency. Encoding is slower than JPEG or WebP, but visual quality per byte is exceptional.

    Authoritative reference: AVIF Specification (AOMedia)

    AVIF is ideal for modern web delivery where cutting-edge compression and HDR support matter. Browser adoption reached critical mass in 2021-2023, with Chrome 85+, Firefox 93+, and Safari 16.4+ now supporting AVIF natively. Encoding is 2-3× slower than WebP, but the compression gains typically justify the extra CPU time for server-side batch processing. For maximum compatibility, serve AVIF with WebP and JPG fallbacks using <picture> elements.

    Quick Facts

    Extension
    .avif
    Developed By
    AOMedia
    Year Introduced
    2019
    Compression
    Lossy/Lossless (AV1)
    Color Depth
    Up to 12-bit
    Transparency
    Full alpha channel
    Animation
    Supported
    Browser Support
    Chrome 85+, Firefox 93+, Safari 16.4+

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