VectorPop is a local raster-to-vector converter that retraces pixelated PNG and JPEG logos into clean, editable SVG files on your own machine, with no upload and no subscription.
What is VectorPop?
VectorPop is a vectorization application that turns bitmap logo images into editable vector artwork without sending anything to a server. It reads PNG, JPEG, BMP and WEBP files, or an image pasted straight from the clipboard, and writes out SVG (free tier), plus vector PDF and high-resolution PNG (Pro). It ships as a desktop app for Windows (installer, Microsoft Store) and Linux (.AppImage, .tar.gz, Snap Store), and as an Android app on Google Play. The page credits the tool to William, its creator, and hosts it at vectorpop.fr.
What makes VectorPop stand out?
- Fully offline processing — images never leave the computer; no account, no server, and no telemetry on your files, so it works on a plane.
- Live preview — the trace updates as you drag the sliders, so you see the result before committing to an export.
- Three presets — flat logo, detailed logo, and black & white line art, each preset keeping every slider reachable for manual tweaks.
- Format coverage — input PNG, JPEG, BMP, WEBP or clipboard paste; output SVG, vector PDF and high-resolution PNG.
- Background removal — flat-colour background removal is included free; AI background removal that handles photos and gradients is Pro-only.
- Auto-tune and click-to-remove — one-click auto-tune plus click-to-remove background shapes (Pro).
- Batch processing — Pro processes several images in one pass.
- Fit for print workflows — exports open in Illustrator, Inkscape or Figma.
Who should use VectorPop?
- Freelance designers handling client logos: retrace a client's old PNG mark into an SVG without uploading confidential brand artwork to a third-party server.
- Small businesses ordering print work: produce the SVG or vector PDF that sign makers, embroiderers and screen printers request.
- Non-designers without vector skills: use a preset and auto-tune instead of learning the jargon-heavy dialogs in full vector editors.
- Privacy- or GDPR-conscious teams: keep unreleased brand boards and client files on local machines only.
What can you do with VectorPop?
- Signage and large-format print: convert a PNG logo into SVG so the same file stays crisp on a business card and on a four-metre banner.
- Apparel and promotional goods: export vector files for embroidery, screen printing and T-shirt graphics.
- Laser cutting and roll-up banners: supply a vector PDF that cutting machines and printers accept.
- Icon and line-art cleanup: use the black & white line art preset to redraw scanned sketches as editable paths.
How does VectorPop work?
The workflow is three steps: drop a PNG, JPEG, BMP or WEBP file (or paste a screenshot from the clipboard), pick a preset and adjust sliders while the live preview updates, then export an SVG ready for print. No design degree is required.
Pricing
VectorPop uses a freemium model with a one-time Pro purchase. The Free tier costs €0 and includes unlimited vectorization, all three presets and every setting, flat-colour background removal, and 3 SVG exports per day. Pro is €39 once (a launch offer applies 30% off for the first 20 customers, about €27.30) and adds unlimited exports, vector PDF and high-resolution PNG export, AI background removal, one-click auto-tune, click-to-remove background shapes, batch processing, 12 months of updates and priority support, with a 100% refund policy.
Alternatives
Vectorizer.AI requires uploading artwork and bills monthly, Vector Magic Desktop Edition is a one-time desktop purchase at a much higher price, Adobe Illustrator's Image Trace sits inside a subscription with a steeper learning curve, and Inkscape's Trace Bitmap is free and local but hides options in a jargon-heavy dialog.
FAQ
Is the free version really free?
Yes, and it is not a trial. Vectorization is unlimited and includes all three presets, every slider, the live preview and flat-colour background removal. The only cap is 3 SVG exports per day, permanently.
Are my images uploaded anywhere?
No. Everything runs on your computer, including offline, with no account, no server and no telemetry on your files. That is the main reason VectorPop exists as a local app rather than a web service.
Which formats does VectorPop support?
Input covers PNG, JPEG, BMP and WEBP, plus pasting a screenshot from the clipboard. Output is SVG on the free tier, with vector PDF and high-resolution PNG available in Pro.
Does VectorPop work on photos?
It is built for logos, icons, line art and flat illustrations. A photo will technically convert, but you get a heavy file that looks like a poster effect; the useful part for photos is AI background removal, which is Pro-only.
Is there a macOS version?
The page offers downloads for Windows, Linux (.AppImage, .tar.gz, Snap) and Android via Google Play, and the Free tier is listed as Windows-only. No macOS build is offered.
