JPG vs PNG vs WebP: Which Format Should You Use?

Choosing the wrong image format can triple your file size. Here's the short version:

JPG (JPEG)

Best for photos. Lossy, no transparency, universally supported. Great default for realistic images.

PNG

Lossless with alpha transparency. Best for logos, screenshots, and graphics with sharp lines or text. Much larger for photos.

WebP

The modern winner: 25–50% smaller than JPG at similar quality, supports both lossy and lossless modes, and keeps transparency. Supported by every current browser. Convert your images free with our JPG to WebP or PNG to WebP tools.

Quick decision

Photo for the web → WebP. Photo for maximum compatibility → JPG. Logo/screenshot → PNG or lossless WebP.

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