What happens when you convert JPG to AVIF
| Compression | Lossy → Lossy or lossless |
|---|---|
| File size | Usually somewhat smaller for photos |
| Metadata | EXIF, GPS location and camera data are not copied to the new file |
| Opens in | Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari 16+ and Windows 11 with the AV1 extension; most editors and CMSs do not yet |
Sizes are typical values; your files will vary with content and settings.
JPG Joint Photographic Experts Group
JPG (also written JPEG) is the most widely supported photo format. Its lossy compression discards detail the eye is less sensitive to, which makes photos small enough for email, upload forms and print services that accept nothing else.
JPG converterAVIF AV1 Image File Format
AVIF stores images with the AV1 video codec. It usually beats WebP on file size, handles HDR and wide colour, and supports transparency. Chrome, Firefox, Edge and Safari 16+ display it.
AVIF converterHow to use the JPG to AVIF Converter
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Click Choose files or drop your JPG images onto the page.
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Adjust the AVIF options if needed. The defaults work well for most images.
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Click Convert, then download each AVIF or all of them as a ZIP.
Why convert JPG to AVIF?
JPG is what most cameras, websites and phones set to Most Compatible hand you, so it is the usual starting point for photos. It cannot store transparency and every re-save loses a little more detail. Choose AVIF for the smallest web images, after checking that your CMS or upload target accepts it.
JPG to AVIF settings
Use the quality slider to balance size against detail; 80 to 90 percent is a good default for AVIF. You can also cap the width and height, which resizes large photos in the same step.
Frequently asked questions
Will the AVIF lose quality?
Both formats are lossy, so converting re-encodes the data once more. Using a high quality setting keeps the generational loss very small. Avoid converting the same file back and forth repeatedly.
Will the AVIF be smaller than the JPG?
Usually a little smaller for photos: as a rough guide, the AVIF comes out at around 65% of the JPG's size, depending on the quality setting.
Questions about privacy, file-size limits or conversion speed are answered in the general FAQ.