PBM (Portable Bitmap) is the simplest Netpbm format, storing pure black-and-white images as plain text or binary — handy in scripts and pipelines.
PBM opens in GIMP, IrfanView and Netpbm tools; convert to PNG for everyday use.
Share, post and embed pictures across sites and apps.
Work with the format in editors like Photoshop and GIMP.
Keep memories and assets in a widely-readable form.
| ✔ Strengths | ✖ Limitations |
|---|---|
| Excellent compatibility | No transparency support |
| Limited support — may need converting |
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PBM (Portable Bitmap) is the simplest Netpbm format, storing pure black-and-white images as plain text or binary — handy in scripts and pipelines.
PBM opens in GIMP, IrfanView and Netpbm tools; convert to PNG for everyday use.
PBM is optimised for its specific use rather than strictly lossless storage.
Use SharkFoto's free tools — upload your PBM file and convert it to a more convenient format in seconds. It's free, processed securely and never stored.
No — PBM doesn't store transparency; convert to PNG or WEBP if you need it.