PixverterThe short answer
Use JPG for photographs: it makes them small with no visible loss. Use PNG for screenshots, logos, diagrams and anything with text, sharp edges or transparency. Saving a photo as PNG makes it huge, and saving a screenshot as JPG makes text blurry.
Choose PNG when…
- The image has text, sharp lines or flat colors (screenshots, logos, charts).
- You need a transparent background.
- You will edit it again and want no quality loss.
Choose JPG when…
- The image is a photograph.
- Small file size matters (email, web, upload limits).
How to convert PNG to JPG
- Drop your PNG files into the converter above.
- Pick the output format: it is preset to JPG.
- Download the converted files.
PNG vs JPG at a glance
| PNG | JPG | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Portable Network Graphics | JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) |
| Compression | lossless | lossy |
| Transparency | Yes | No |
| Animation | No | No |
| Compatibility | Universal: all browsers, operating systems and image editors | Universal: every browser, phone, operating system and app |
| Best for | screenshots, logos, graphics with text and images that need a transparent background | photos you want to share, email, upload or print |
Frequently asked questions
Why is my PNG so large?
PNG stores every pixel losslessly, which is very inefficient for photos. Convert photos to JPG to make them 5–10 times smaller.
Does converting PNG to JPG remove transparency?
Yes. JPG has no transparency, so transparent areas become white.
Are my photos uploaded anywhere?
No. Pixverter processes every image inside your browser, on your own device. Nothing is sent to a server, so it is safe for personal photos and documents.