Convert AI to SVG, Free
Files convert instantly in your browser. 100% private, any file size, no account needed.
Drop your AI file here
or click to browse. Any file size.
Conversion runs entirely in your browser. Your file never leaves your device.
How to convert AI to SVG
Adobe Illustrator's AI format stores vector artwork as a PostScript-based binary, which means browsers, web apps, and most non-Adobe tools cannot open or render it directly. Converting an AI file to SVG produces a standard XML-based vector file that works in any browser, can be embedded in HTML, and stays fully editable in Inkscape, Figma, Affinity Designer, and other vector editors.
The conversion happens entirely in your browser using a WebAssembly-based rendering engine. Your file is never uploaded to a server, so there is no file-size cap and no privacy concern around proprietary artwork or client work. Drop the file in, download the SVG, and you are done.
Upload your AI file
Click or drag your .ai file into the drop zone. The WebAssembly engine loads and parses the file locally on your device.
Wait for processing
The converter interprets the PostScript structure and rebuilds the vector paths, fills, and strokes as SVG elements. Complex files with many layers may take a few seconds.
Preview the result
A preview renders in your browser so you can confirm the artwork looks correct before downloading.
Download the SVG
Click Download to save the .svg file. Open it in any vector editor or drop it straight into an HTML page.
Frequently asked questions
Why convert AI to SVG instead of exporting from Illustrator?
If you have an AI file from a colleague or client and do not own Illustrator, this converter lets you get a usable SVG without buying or subscribing to Adobe software.
Will all layers and paths survive the conversion?
Basic vector paths, fills, and strokes convert reliably. Some Illustrator-specific effects (raster effects, certain blends, linked images) may flatten or be dropped because SVG has no equivalent feature.
Is my file uploaded anywhere?
No. The entire conversion runs in your browser via WebAssembly. Your file never leaves your device.
What is the maximum file size?
Because processing is local, there is no server-imposed size limit. Very large or complex AI files may take longer to process depending on your device's memory and CPU.
Can I edit the resulting SVG?
Yes. SVG is an open XML format. You can open the file in Inkscape, Figma, or a plain text editor and modify paths, colors, and structure.