Image Vectorization API
Convert raster images to clean, editable vector output from your own software. The Vectorizer.AI API turns PNG, JPG, WebP, GIF, and BMP inputs into SVG, PDF, EPS, DXF, and PNG results with AI-powered tracing.
Use it for automated logo cleanup, design tools, print workflows, CAD and CNC preparation, marketplaces, and customer-facing image-to-vector features.
- SVG for web and design workflows
- DXF for CAD, CNC, and laser workflows
- PDF and EPS for print and compatibility
- PNG previews for customer-facing flows
API at a Glance
Test for Free
Integrate and test the API without a subscription by using test mode. You can validate requests, inspect calculated credits, and compare quality before going live.
Production-Ready Output
Download production SVG, PDF, EPS, DXF, or PNG results. Export options let you tune file format, grouping, curves, shape stacking, and compatibility.
Flexible Workflows
Vectorize once, preview first, retain image tokens, and download additional formats without reprocessing the same image from scratch.
How the API Works
1. Submit an Image
POST an image file or image URL to the vectorize endpoint with your API credentials and optional processing settings.
2. Vectorize with AI
Our vectorization engine traces pixels into shapes and curves, preserving clean edges, colors, transparency, and editable structure.
3. Download Results
Get the vector result directly, or retain an image token so you can download additional formats and variants later.
Common API Use Cases
Design and Web Applications
Add image-to-SVG conversion to design tools, brand portals, print-on-demand flows, ecommerce customization, or upload cleanup pipelines.
Preview Before Purchase
Generate lower-cost preview results for end users, then upgrade the same image to production output after they convert.
CAD, CNC, and Laser Workflows
Convert sketches, logos, and high-contrast artwork to DXF for CAD, CNC, engraving, plotting, and laser workflows.
Batch and Multi-Format Processing
Process images programmatically, retain image tokens, and download multiple result formats without repeating the full vectorization step.
Developer Resources
Documentation
Start with code samples, authentication details, endpoint reference, pricing behavior, response headers, rate limits, and changelog notes.
Output Options
Configure SVG, DXF, PDF, EPS, and PNG output behavior, including file format versions, grouping, shapes, curves, and compatibility.
Error Responses
Use the error response reference to handle HTTP statuses, internal error codes, and debugging details in your integration.
API FAQ
Can I test the API before subscribing?
Yes. Test mode is free and does not require an API subscription, so you can build your integration and inspect request behavior before paying for production output.
Which image formats can I send to the API?
The API accepts common bitmap formats including PNG, JPG, WebP, GIF, and BMP. The best source format depends on your content, but clean logos, illustrations, diagrams, and line art usually vectorize especially well.
Which vector formats can the API return?
Production results can be downloaded as SVG, PDF, EPS, DXF, or PNG. SVG is usually best for web and design workflows, while DXF is useful for CAD, CNC, laser, and technical drawing workflows.
How is API usage priced?
API plans use credits. Testing is free, preview results cost fewer credits than production vectorization, and additional format downloads are discounted compared to re-vectorizing from scratch.
See API Plans and API pricing details.
Where should developers start?
Start with the quickstart examples, then review output options if your workflow needs a specific file format, DXF compatibility mode, grouping structure, or curve behavior.
