# PDF to PNG: Arthize vs PDFtk

_Updated July 2026 · Arthize · https://arthize.com/vs/pdftk/pdf-to-png_

To convert a PDF to PNG, Arthize offers a free, private pdf to png with no watermark — a focused alternative to PDFtk. Converting PDF to PNG exports each page as a lossless PNG image, keeping crisp edges on diagrams, screenshots and line art.

## Arthize's pdf to png vs PDFtk

PDFtk is a command-line PDF toolkit. PDFtk is a free command-line tool for scripted PDF operations.

**Arthize's approach:** Converting PDF to PNG exports each page as a lossless PNG image, keeping crisp edges on diagrams, screenshots and line art.

- A visual workspace instead of memorising command-line flags.
- 50+ tools live in one workspace, so you don't jump between single-purpose pages.
- Files are processed inside your private Arthize workspace and deleted after the job — never sold or used to train models.
- Handles conversion, OCR, signing and editing that PDFtk doesn't.

## How to convert a PDF to PNG with Arthize

PNG export is lossless, so diagram edges stay crisp.

It suits line art and screenshots better than JPG.

You can export selected pages only.

## How to convert a PDF to PNG with Arthize

1. **Open the convert tool** — Sign in, open Convert and choose PNG.
2. **Add your PDF** — Upload the PDF.
3. **Pick pages and quality** — Choose pages and resolution.
4. **Download** — Get lossless PNG images, one per page.

## FAQ

### Is Arthize a good PDFtk alternative to convert a PDF to PNG?

Yes. Converting PDF to PNG exports each page as a lossless PNG image, keeping crisp edges on diagrams, screenshots and line art. Arthize does it free with no watermark and deletes the file after the job. PDFtk is excellent for developers automating simple, repeatable PDF tasks from scripts.

### How do I convert a PDF to PNG?

Converting PDF to PNG exports each page as a lossless PNG image, keeping crisp edges on diagrams, screenshots and line art. On Arthize it's free with no watermark and processed privately.

### Should I use PNG or JPG for PDF pages?

Converting PDF to PNG exports each page as a lossless PNG image, keeping crisp edges on diagrams, screenshots and line art. On Arthize it's free with no watermark and processed privately.