Online PBM Converter
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What is a PBM file?
PBM is a monochrome image format that stores images in plain text or binary form. It is part of the Netpbm suite and is often used in academic or embedded systems.
PBM files contain only black and white pixels — no shades of gray.
How to open PBM files
PBM files can be opened with GIMP, IrfanView, ImageMagick, and Netpbm tools. They’re very basic but useful in scripting and processing pipelines.
Convert PBM to PNG or JPG with AnyConv in just a few clicks online.
Key facts about PBM
- Full name: Portable Bitmap Format
- Extension: .pbm
- MIME type: image/x-portable-bitmap
- Developed by: Netpbm
- Initial release: 1988
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about PBM
- Do I need to install software to convert PBM files?No extra software is required. Just upload your PBM files to AnyConv, we’ll convert them on our servers, and you can download the finished file right away.
- Can I use PBM converter on my phone or tablet?Yes, you can convert PBM files on any device — including phones and tablets. AnyConv works perfectly on mobile.
- Is it safe to convert PBM files with AnyConv?Yes, converting PBM files with AnyConv is secure. All files are automatically deleted after conversion and never shared.
- Can I convert multiple PBM files at once?Yes, our converter supports batch processing. You can upload several PBM files and convert them all at once.