Convert BMP to TIFF
BMP is an uncompressed Windows bitmap that keeps full pixel detail at a large file size. TIFF is the format of choice for print, scanning and archiving, which is why it is the destination here. The conversion runs entirely in your browser: there is no upload, no file size limit and no watermark on the result.
Drop your BMP files below and download TIFF in seconds. Free, unlimited and completely private: the conversion runs inside your browser, so your files never leave your device and are never uploaded to a server.
No upload. Works with your network switched off. Check it yourself, or read what actually happens to your file.
Why convert BMP to TIFF?
BMP stores pixels with little or no compression, which makes files huge but trivially simple to read. It is mostly seen in legacy Windows workflows, screenshots from older tools and some scientific software. Converting to a compressed format usually shrinks a BMP by 90 percent or more.
TIFF is the standard in print production, scanning and professional photography because it preserves full quality and supports multiple pages and high bit depths. Browsers cannot display TIFF, so converting is the quickest way to share one online.
BMP vs TIFF at a glance
| BMP | TIFF | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Bitmap image | Tagged Image File Format |
| Compression | Uncompressed | Lossless |
| Transparency | No | Yes |
| Best for | Legacy Windows software and raw pixel data | Print, scanning and archiving |
What changes when you convert BMP to TIFF
| What happens | |
|---|---|
| Image quality | Identical. Both formats are lossless, so every pixel colour survives the trip exactly. |
| Transparency | BMP has no alpha channel, so there is no transparency to lose. |
| EXIF and GPS | Removed. The conversion goes through a pixel buffer, so camera data and location are not carried into the TIFF file. |
| Colour profile | Not carried across. The image is handled in sRGB, which is right for the web and wrong for colour-managed print work. |
| Animation | Not applicable. BMP files here are single images. |
| File size | Larger, usually considerably. TIFF here is written without lossy compression. |
How to convert BMP to TIFF
- Drop one or more BMP files into the box above, or click to browse.
- ImageConvert converts each file to TIFF right on your device.
- Download a single file, or grab everything at once as a zip.
Frequently asked questions
What is a BMP file?
BMP is an uncompressed Windows bitmap that keeps full pixel detail at a large file size.
What is a TIFF file?
TIFF is a high quality format used in printing, scanning and professional photography.
Is it free to convert BMP to TIFF?
Yes. There are no limits, no watermarks and no account needed. Convert as many BMP files as you like.
Are my files private?
Completely. Your BMP files never leave your browser and are never uploaded to a server, so your images stay on your device.