Convert JPG to PNG: what to know
Converting to PNG lets you edit and re-save an image repeatedly without further quality loss. JPG is the most widely supported photo format, with small files and adjustable compression. PNG is a lossless image format that supports transparency.
What changes when you convert JPG to PNG
- PNG is lossless, but converting from JPG cannot bring back detail that was already discarded. You gain compatibility and an edit-safe copy, not extra quality.
- JPG has no transparency, so the result looks identical; PNG simply gives you a format that could carry transparency later.
- Expect the file to get larger. PNG is lossless, so it stores far more data than the compressed JPG source, but it will not look better than the original.
How to convert JPG to PNG
- Drop your JPG file(s) onto the upload area, or click it to browse.
- PNG is already selected as the output format. Pick a quality level if you want a different balance of size and detail.
- Press Convert, then download each PNG file or all of them together as a ZIP.
JPG vs PNG at a glance
| JPG | PNG | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | photos, web uploads, email and forms | screenshots, logos, graphics with text and anything you will edit again |
| Compression | Lossy | Lossless / uncompressed |
| Transparency | No | Yes |
| Watch out for | it has no transparency and loses a little detail every time it is re-saved | photos saved as PNG are several times larger than JPG |
Frequently asked questions
Is the JPG to PNG converter really free?
Yes. There is no daily limit: convert as many files as you like, up to 200 MB per task (one file or several together), with no sign-up and no watermark.
Will I lose quality when I convert JPG to PNG?
PNG is lossless, but converting from JPG cannot bring back detail that was already discarded. You gain compatibility and an edit-safe copy, not extra quality.
When should I use PNG instead of JPG?
PNG is a lossless image format that supports transparency. It is best for screenshots, logos, graphics with text and anything you will edit again. Keep in mind that photos saved as PNG are several times larger than JPG. JPG is the most widely supported photo format, with small files and adjustable compression, best for photos, web uploads, email and forms.
Do you keep my files?
No. Files are processed automatically and returned to you; we do not store them, and we never view or share them.
Can I convert many JPG files at once?
Yes. Drop several JPG files together (or a whole folder) and download the PNG results one by one or as a single ZIP.
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