PPM is a simple uncompressed raster format from the Netpbm family, often used in image-processing pipelines.
PPM opens in GIMP, IrfanView and command-line imaging tools.
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 |
|---|---|
| Purpose-built for its niche | No transparency support |
| Large file sizes |
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PPM is a simple uncompressed raster format from the Netpbm family, often used in image-processing pipelines.
PPM opens in GIMP, IrfanView and command-line imaging tools.
PPM is optimised for its specific use rather than strictly lossless storage.
Use SharkFoto's free tools — upload your PPM file and convert it to a more convenient format in seconds. It's free, processed securely and never stored.
No — PPM doesn't store transparency; convert to PNG or WEBP if you need it.