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image/avif

The MIME type for AVIF — next-generation AV1-based images with smaller file sizes than WebP.

Typical extensions

Primary uses

  • High-efficiency image delivery on the web
  • `<picture>` progressive enhancement

In a browser

Chrome, Edge, Firefox 93+, and Safari 16.4+ support AVIF. Provide JPEG fallbacks for the long tail.

On a server

Negotiate via the `Accept` header — serve AVIF only when `image/avif` is advertised.

In email

Most clients don't render AVIF; stick to JPEG or PNG for email delivery.

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