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About BMP Format
BMP (Bitmap Image File) is a raster graphics format developed by Microsoft. It stores images in an uncompressed form, making files larger but preserving every pixel perfectly. BMP is widely used in Windows applications and is ideal for image editing due to its lossless nature. For web use, consider converting to WebP or optimized PNG for smaller file sizes.
Lossless Quality
No compression artifacts - perfect for editing
Windows Native
Universal support on Windows systems
Multiple Color Depths
Supports 1-bit to 32-bit color
Easy to Edit
Simple structure for image manipulation
Why Convert BMP Files?
Reduce File Size
BMP files can be 10-50x larger than compressed formats. Use our BMP to JPG or BMP to PNG converters to shrink files dramatically.
Web Compatibility
BMP isn't ideal for web use. Convert to WebP or PNG for faster page loads and browser support.
Easy Sharing
Compressed formats like JPG are easier to email and share. Use our JPG compressor for even smaller files.
Create Icons
Convert BMP to ICO for Windows icons and favicons. Our favicon generator creates all sizes you need.
Frequently Asked Questions
BMP (Bitmap) is an uncompressed image format developed by Microsoft. It stores pixel data directly without compression, resulting in large file sizes but perfect quality. BMP files are commonly used in Windows for icons, wallpapers, and image editing.
For most purposes, PNG is better - it offers lossless compression that significantly reduces file size while maintaining quality. Use our BMP to PNG converter to switch. BMP is mainly useful for legacy Windows applications or when you need raw, uncompressed data.
BMP files store every pixel individually without compression. A 1920x1080 image at 24-bit color requires about 6MB as BMP. The same image as compressed JPG might be only 200KB. Consider converting to PNG or JPG for everyday use.
32-bit BMP files can include an alpha channel for transparency, but support varies by software. For reliable transparency, convert to PNG using our BMP to PNG converter which universally supports transparent backgrounds.
The best way is to convert to a compressed format. Use BMP to JPG for photos (up to 95% smaller) or BMP to PNG for graphics with transparency. You can also use our image resizer to reduce dimensions.
Technically yes, but it's not recommended due to large file sizes. Use BMP to WebP for modern browsers or BMP to PNG for universal compatibility. Our PNG compressor can further optimize the files.
Many of our converters run directly in your browser using modern JavaScript technology. Your images never leave your device, ensuring complete privacy. Server-side processing is used only when browser capabilities are insufficient.