PNG to JPG Converter

Convert PNG images to JPG and reduce file size significantly. Batch convert multiple files. No upload, instant download.

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Drop PNG images here

Multiple files supported - or click to browse

Preview (first image)
Before (PNG)
Original PNG
After (JPG)
Converted JPG

Conversion Results

Original (PNG) PNG Size JPG Size Saved Download

When to Convert PNG to JPG

PNG files are often significantly larger than JPG files for photographic content. Convert PNG to JPG when you need a smaller file size for web use, email, or uploading to platforms that have file size limits. JPG is also the required format for some platforms and printing services that do not accept PNG. The trade-off is that JPG uses lossy compression, so some image quality is lost in the conversion. For photos, this loss is usually invisible at quality settings of 80 percent or above. For graphics with text, flat colours, or sharp edges, PNG usually looks noticeably better than JPG.

If your PNG has a transparent background, note that JPG does not support transparency. The converter will fill the transparent area with a white background by default.

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How to Convert PNG to JPG

1

Drop Your PNG Files

Drag one or more PNG images onto the drop zone, or click to browse your device.

2

Set Quality and Background

Choose a quality level and pick a background color for any transparent areas in your PNG.

3

Download JPG

Download files individually or grab them all in a ZIP. See file size savings instantly.

Tested verdict:

Best for: Converting screenshots to JPG to cut file size before emailing, and preparing PNG exports for a platform that only accepts JPG

Limitations: Batch converts with ZIP download, and because JPG has no alpha channel, transparent areas are flattened onto a background

Best suited for: Anyone emailing screenshots that are too large to send as PNG

Frequently Asked Questions

PNG files for photos can be 3-10x larger than the same image as JPG. Converting to JPG significantly reduces file size, making images faster to load on websites and easier to share via email or messaging apps.
JPG does not support transparency. When converting, any transparent areas in the PNG are filled with the background color you choose. White is the most common choice for photos on white backgrounds. Select a custom color if your image needs a specific background.
For photographs, JPG is typically 60-80% smaller than PNG. A 3.2MB PNG photo often compresses to around 0.5-0.8MB as JPG at quality 85. The reduction depends on image content and the quality setting you choose.
Yes, JPG uses lossy compression. At quality 85 or above, the difference is minimal and not noticeable to most people. At quality 70 or below, you may see subtle artifacts especially in areas with text or sharp edges. Use the quality slider to find the best balance.
Keep PNG if your image has a transparent background you need to preserve, if it contains text or logos where sharp edges matter, or if you plan to edit the image many more times and want to avoid quality loss from repeated saves.

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