Open PNG files online
View everyday raster images. Modern browsers decode PNG, JPEG, GIF, WebP and AVIF natively with full quality.
Drop a PNG file to open it
or click to choose — everything stays on your device
Choose file🔒 100% private — files never leave your browser
Or turn PNG into an image — snapshot the preview, add arrows or notes, and download a PNG.
What is a PNG file?
View everyday raster images. Modern browsers decode PNG, JPEG, GIF, WebP and AVIF natively with full quality. The .PNG extension identifies a Raster image file, which is served with the image/* media type. You can open it here instantly — drop the file into the box above and it renders in your browser. Nothing is uploaded.
Besides this free online viewer, you can open Images files in desktop apps such as any image viewer, web browsers — but here all you need is a web browser.
Quick facts
| Format | Images — Raster image |
|---|---|
| File extensions | .png .jpg .jpeg .gif .webp .avif .bmp .ico |
| MIME type | image/* |
| Developer | various |
| Category | Images |
| Also opens in | any image viewer, web browsers |
How to open a PNG file online
- Click Choose file above, or drag your PNG file onto the box.
- The right viewer loads automatically and renders your file.
- Read, scroll or page through it. To open a different file, choose Open another file.
100% private — files never leave your browser.
Libraries used to render PNG in the browser
This viewer is built entirely with open-source JavaScript that runs in your browser:
Frequently asked questions
What is a .PNG file?
A .PNG file is a Raster image, identified by the image/* media type. You can open and read it instantly in the viewer above without installing anything.
What programs open PNG files?
On the desktop, PNG files typically open in any image viewer, web browsers. Online, this page opens them in any modern browser — nothing to download.
How do I convert PNG to an image?
Use Snapshot to capture the PNG preview, optionally add arrows, text or highlights, then download it as a PNG image.
Is it safe to open my PNG file here?
Yes. The file is read and rendered entirely by JavaScript inside your own browser. It is never uploaded to a server, so nothing leaves your device.
Do I need to install anything to view a PNG file?
No. There is nothing to install and no account to create. Open the page, drop your file, and it displays instantly.
Does it work on my phone or iPad?
Yes. The viewer is fully responsive and works in modern mobile and tablet browsers such as Safari and Chrome.
Is there a file size limit?
There is no hard limit, but very large files depend on your device’s memory. Big files are processed in the background so the page stays responsive.