DAE
COLLADA Model
An XML-based 3D interchange standard created for moving models between applications.
Commonly used for
Cross-application 3D exchange, Google Earth
DAE to PLY Converter
Convert DAE files to PLY free in your browser — no signup, no install, and the file is never uploaded to a server. PLY keeps full quality with no further loss.
Completely free
Files are never uploaded
No signup required
Drop files or click to select
DAE → PLY
What changes in this conversion
- The geometry (vertices and faces) is converted exactly. Material, texture and animation data is only carried over when both formats support it — PLY keeps what it can and drops the rest.
How to use
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Add your DAE file
Drag the DAE file onto the drop area above, or click it to pick a file from your device. You can add several files at once.
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Confirm PLY as the output
PLY is already selected as the output format on this page. This format converts straight through with no extra settings.
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Run the conversion
Press the convert button. Processing happens on your own device, so the time depends on your computer rather than a server queue.
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Download the PLY file
When it finishes, download the PLY file. Converting multiple files gives you the option to download them together as a ZIP.
About these formats
PLY
PLY Polygon Model
A format created at Stanford University for 3D scan data. It can store per-vertex color and normals, making it well suited to point clouds.
Commonly used for
3D scanning, point clouds, heritage documentation
Frequently asked questions
Is converting DAE to PLY really free?
Yes. DAE to PLY conversion is completely free with no signup, no watermark, and no daily limit on the free plan for ordinary use.
Are my DAE files uploaded to a server?
No. The conversion runs entirely inside your browser using WebAssembly, so the DAE file never leaves your device. That is also why it works without an internet connection once the page has loaded.
Does the PLY file get bigger than the DAE?
It can go either way. Both formats are lossless, so nothing is thrown away — the size difference comes from how each one packs the same data.
Is there a file size limit for DAE to PLY conversion?
The free plan handles files up to 200MB. Because processing happens on your own device, very large files depend on your computer's memory rather than a server quota.
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