Open TIF files online
TIFF is a high-quality raster format used in publishing, scanning and photography, often with multiple pages.
Drop a TIF file to open it
or click to choose — everything stays on your device
Choose file🔒 100% private — files never leave your browser
Or turn TIF into an image — snapshot the preview, add arrows or notes, and download a PNG.
What is a TIF file?
TIFF is a high-quality raster format used in publishing, scanning and photography, often with multiple pages. The .TIF extension identifies a Tagged Image File Format file, which is served with the image/tiff 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 TIFF files in desktop apps such as Adobe Photoshop, Preview, GIMP — but here all you need is a web browser.
Quick facts
| Format | TIFF — Tagged Image File Format |
|---|---|
| File extensions | .tif .tiff |
| MIME type | image/tiff |
| Developer | Aldus / Adobe |
| Category | Images |
| Also opens in | Adobe Photoshop, Preview, GIMP |
How to open a TIF file online
- Click Choose file above, or drag your TIF 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 TIF in the browser
This viewer is built entirely with open-source JavaScript that runs in your browser:
Frequently asked questions
What is a .TIF file?
A .TIF file is a Tagged Image File Format, identified by the image/tiff media type. You can open and read it instantly in the viewer above without installing anything.
What programs open TIF files?
On the desktop, TIF files typically open in Adobe Photoshop, Preview, GIMP. Online, this page opens them in any modern browser — nothing to download.
How do I convert TIF to an image?
Use Snapshot to capture the TIF preview, optionally add arrows, text or highlights, then download it as a PNG image.
Is it safe to open my TIF 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 TIF 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.