Convert PNG to JPG: what to know
A JPG is usually 5 to 10 times smaller than the same photo as PNG, which matters for forms and email. PNG is a lossless image format that supports transparency. JPG is the most widely supported photo format, with small files and adjustable compression.
What changes when you convert PNG to JPG
- JPG is lossy, so a small amount of detail is traded for a much smaller file. At the recommended setting the difference is not noticeable in normal use.
- PNG can contain transparency, but JPG cannot. Transparent areas are filled with a solid background colour.
- Expect the file to become noticeably smaller, often 3 to 10 times, because JPG uses lossy compression while PNG stores every pixel.
How to convert PNG to JPG
- Drop your PNG file(s) onto the upload area, or click it to browse.
- JPG 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 JPG file or all of them together as a ZIP.
PNG vs JPG at a glance
| PNG | JPG | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | screenshots, logos, graphics with text and anything you will edit again | photos, web uploads, email and forms |
| Compression | Lossless / uncompressed | Lossy |
| Transparency | Yes | No |
| Watch out for | photos saved as PNG are several times larger than JPG | it has no transparency and loses a little detail every time it is re-saved |
Frequently asked questions
Is the PNG to JPG 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 PNG to JPG?
JPG is lossy, so a small amount of detail is traded for a much smaller file. At the recommended setting the difference is not noticeable in normal use.
When should I use JPG instead of PNG?
JPG is the most widely supported photo format, with small files and adjustable compression. It is best for photos, web uploads, email and forms. Keep in mind that it has no transparency and loses a little detail every time it is re-saved. PNG is a lossless image format that supports transparency, best for screenshots, logos, graphics with text and anything you will edit again.
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 PNG files at once?
Yes. Drop several PNG files together (or a whole folder) and download the JPG results one by one or as a single ZIP.
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