TIF to TIFF Converter
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Need help?How to Convert TIF to TIFF
- Upload Your TIF File — Click "Choose Files" or drag and drop your TIF or TIFF image. Both extensions are accepted.
- Choose Compression Type — Under Compression Type, select from: LZW (standard, best compatibility), DEFLATE, PACKBITS, CCITT Fax 4 (black & white documents), JPEG, WebP, ZSTD, JP2K (JPEG 2000), LOSSY, or NONE (uncompressed).
- Set Image Quality — Under Image Compression, choose a Quality Preset (Highest through Lowest, default "Very High"). You can also set a Specific File Size in MB or KB.
- Choose Output Extension — Under File Extension, select TIFF or TIF as your output extension.
- Adjust Resolution (Optional) — Under Image Resolution, keep the original or choose a Preset (4320p down to 144p), or set custom dimensions.
- Convert & Download — Click "Convert" and download your TIFF file.
Why Convert TIF to TIFF?
TIF and TIFF are the same format — Tagged Image File Format. The only difference is the file extension: .tif is the 3-character abbreviation (from the DOS era), .tiff is the full 4-character extension. Converting between them is useful when software or workflows require a specific extension, you want to change the internal compression method (e.g., from uncompressed to LZW), you need to standardize file naming across a document archive, or you want to re-encode with different quality settings while changing the extension.
TIFF Compression Types Explained
| Compression | Type | Best For | Compatibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| LZW | Lossless | General use, photos | Universal (recommended) |
| DEFLATE | Lossless | Smaller files than LZW | Most software |
| PACKBITS | Lossless | Simple images, fast | Universal |
| CCITT Fax 4 | Lossless | Black & white documents | Fax/scanning software |
| JPEG | Lossy | Photos (smaller files) | Limited viewer support |
| WebP | Lossy | Modern compression | Limited support |
| ZSTD | Lossless | Fast compression | Newer software only |
| JP2K (JPEG 2000) | Lossy/Lossless | Archival, medical imaging | Specialized software |
| NONE | Uncompressed | Maximum compatibility | Universal |
TIF vs TIFF — What's the Difference?
| Feature | .tif | .tiff |
|---|---|---|
| Format | Tagged Image File Format | Tagged Image File Format |
| Image data | Identical | Identical |
| Extension length | 3 characters | 4 characters |
| Origin | DOS 8.3 filename limit | Full extension name |
| Modern usage | Common in legacy systems | Preferred in modern software |
| Compatibility | Universal | Universal |
Are TIF and TIFF really the same?
Yes. Both .tif and .tiff contain identical Tagged Image File Format data. The difference is purely the file extension. However, this tool re-encodes the image, which lets you change the compression type (e.g., from uncompressed to LZW), adjust quality, or resize during the conversion.
Which compression type should I use?
LZW is the safest choice — it is lossless (no quality loss) and supported by virtually all software that reads TIFF files. For black & white scanned documents, CCITT Fax 4 produces the smallest files. For photos where file size matters more than universal compatibility, JPEG compression within TIFF produces smaller files but with some quality loss.
Can I just rename .tif to .tiff?
If you only need to change the extension, renaming works. However, converting through this tool lets you simultaneously change the compression type, adjust quality, resize, or re-encode — which a simple rename cannot do.
What is TIFF used for?
TIFF is the standard format for professional printing, medical imaging, GIS/mapping, document scanning, and archival. It supports lossless compression, multiple pages, layers, and high bit depths (16-bit, 32-bit). It is preferred over JPEG in any workflow where quality preservation is critical.
Can I choose between TIFF and TIF output extension?
Yes. Under File Extension, you can select either TIFF or TIF as the output extension. The image data is identical regardless of which extension you choose.