What happens when you convert JPG to PNG
| Compression | Lossy → Lossless |
|---|---|
| File size | Usually several times larger for photos |
| Metadata | EXIF, GPS location and camera data are not copied to the new file |
| Opens in | every browser, phone and image editor |
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 converterPNG Portable Network Graphics
PNG stores pixels with lossless DEFLATE compression and a full 8-bit alpha channel. It is the safe default for screenshots, logos, UI assets and anything with sharp edges or text, because every pixel survives exactly as drawn.
PNG converterHow to use the JPG to PNG Converter
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Click Choose files or drop your JPG images onto the page.
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Adjust the PNG options if needed. The defaults work well for most images.
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Click Convert, then download each PNG or all of them as a ZIP.
What JPG to PNG can and cannot do
Converting to PNG stops further quality loss, which is useful before you edit an image several times. It cannot restore detail JPG compression already removed, and the PNG will be larger. If you need a transparent background, use the background remover first and save the result as PNG.
Why convert JPG to PNG?
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 PNG when you need exact pixels or transparency, for example to keep editing the image or place it on a coloured background.
JPG to PNG settings
You can also cap the width and height, which resizes large photos in the same step.
Frequently asked questions
Will the PNG lose quality?
PNG is lossless, so the conversion keeps every pixel or sample that is in your JPG file. It cannot bring back detail that JPG compression already removed, and the PNG file will usually be larger.
Will the PNG be smaller than the JPG?
No, usually larger for photos: as a rough guide, the PNG comes out at around 11× the size of the JPG, depending on the quality setting.
Questions about privacy, file-size limits or conversion speed are answered in the general FAQ.