WebP vs JPG

WebP makes web photos smaller at the same quality. JPG is still the most compatible format there is.

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    The short answer

    For images on a website, WebP typically saves 25–35% compared with JPG at the same visual quality, which speeds up pages and helps Core Web Vitals. For photos you send, print or open in arbitrary apps, JPG is still the safest choice.

    Choose WebP when…

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    How to convert JPG to WebP

    1. Drop your JPG files into the converter above.
    2. Pick the output format: it is preset to WEBP.
    3. Download the converted files.

    WebP vs JPG at a glance

    WebPJPG
    Full nameWebP (Google)JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group)
    Compressionbothlossy
    TransparencyYesNo
    AnimationYesNo
    CompatibilityAll modern browsers; some older desktop apps and upload forms still reject itUniversal: every browser, phone, operating system and app
    Best forwebsites and online stores, where smaller images mean faster pagesphotos you want to share, email, upload or print

    Frequently asked questions

    Do all browsers support WebP?

    All current versions of Chrome, Edge, Firefox and Safari support WebP.

    Why won't my WebP image open?

    Some older desktop apps and upload forms don't support WebP yet. Convert it to JPG with the converter on this page.

    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.