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RAW to PNG Converter

Convert camera RAW photos (CR2, CR3, NEF, ARW, DNG, RAF, ORF, RW2...) to lossless PNG. Free, private, processed in memory.

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No files stored
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Lossless RAW to PNG conversion

PNG keeps every pixel intact with no lossy compression, making it the best choice when you need a high-quality, edit-ready image from your camera RAW. Everything is processed in memory and deleted instantly — your originals never leave your control.

About Converting RAW to PNG

RAW files store the unprocessed sensor data straight from a camera, preserving maximum detail and dynamic range for editing. They must be converted to a standard format for sharing. When you need to move away from RAW, the usual reason is simple: huge files.

Converting your RAW image to PNG solves that. PNG is a lossless raster image format that supports a full alpha-transparency channel. It is the standard choice for screenshots, logos, icons and any graphic with sharp edges or text where quality must be preserved exactly. In practice you gain lossless compression keeps every pixel intact and full alpha transparency. PrivConvert runs the whole RAW-to-PNG conversion in server memory and deletes your file the instant the PNG is ready — nothing is stored, logged or reused.

When this conversion helps

  • You need lossless compression keeps every pixel intact
  • You need full alpha transparency
  • You need universally supported in browsers and editors
  • Escaping a proprietary RAW file for the open PNG standard
  • Sharing a RAW image with someone whose software expects PNG

Tips for best results

  • PNG preserves quality exactly, so the conversion from RAW will not introduce any new compression artifacts.
  • For the smallest possible PNG without visible quality loss, start from the highest-quality RAW you have.
  • Files up to 250 MB are supported, and you can batch-convert several RAW files at once; each is processed privately and deleted immediately.

How to Convert RAW to PNG Online

Converting RAW to PNG with PrivConvert takes three quick steps and no software to install. What you gain with PNG: lossless compression keeps every pixel intact.

1
Upload your RAW file

Drag and drop your file into the upload area, click to browse your device, or paste a URL to a file hosted online. You can upload files up to 250 MB and batch convert up to 20 files at once.

2
Automatic conversion

Once uploaded, the conversion from RAW to PNG starts automatically. The process runs entirely in an isolated environment - your data never leaves the secure pipeline.

3
Download your PNG file

Your converted file is ready instantly. Click the download button to save it to your device. The file is deleted from memory immediately after download.

Private by design, not as an afterthought

Most online converters upload your files to a server, keep them for days, and may mine them for AI training or resale. PrivConvert was built the opposite way — around your privacy.

Encrypted transfers

Every upload and download is protected with TLS 1.3, so your image cannot be intercepted on the way to the server or back to you.

No account required

Convert instantly with no sign-up, no email and no profiling cookies. We never build a profile around you or the files you convert.

Works on any device

Runs in any modern browser on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS — no install, plugin or desktop software needed.

Fast in-memory processing

Each job runs in an isolated in-memory sandbox, so most conversions finish in seconds instead of waiting in a queue.

RAW vs PNG - Format Comparison

FeatureRAWPNG
File extension.raw.png
Full nameCamera RAW ImagePortable Network Graphics
Introduced1996
CompressionLosslessLossless
EncodingBinaryBinary
TransparencyYes
Open standardYes
Supported by PrivConvertYes (as input)Yes (as output)
Privacy-safe conversionIn-memory, zero storage
Max file size250 MB per file
Batch supportUp to 20 files simultaneously

Built for people who value their privacy

From one-off files to daily batches, thousands of people rely on PrivConvert precisely because it keeps nothing once the job is done.

250 MB Max file size
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0 sec File retention
100% Free to use

Frequently Asked Questions

Which camera RAW formats are supported?
Most major formats: Canon (CR2, CR3, CRW), Nikon (NEF, NRW), Sony (ARW, SR2), Adobe DNG, Fujifilm RAF, Olympus ORF, Panasonic RW2, Pentax PEF, Samsung SRW and more.
Why convert RAW to PNG instead of JPG?
PNG is lossless, so it preserves every pixel with no compression artifacts. It is ideal when you plan to edit further or need maximum quality. Note that PNG files are larger than JPG.
Will the colors look right?
Yes. We decode the RAW using the camera's white balance and standard tone processing, so the PNG matches the in-camera preview closely.
Is this tool really free?
Yes, completely free with no watermarks and no sign-up required.
Are my photos private?
Absolutely. Every conversion runs in an isolated, in-memory process. Your RAW files never touch the disk, are never stored or shared, and are wiped from memory the moment your download is ready.

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