Why is the converted JPEG bigger than the original PNG?

JPEG can't represent the PNG's transparency — and for graphics with few colors, PNG's compression beats JPEG. WebP usually wins for both photos and graphics.

Image Format Converter

Convert any image between PNG, JPEG, and WebP formats. Tune quality for JPEG/WebP output.

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How to use Image Format Converter

Pick an image.
Choose the target format.
Adjust quality (JPEG/WebP only) and click Convert.

What is Image Format Converter?

PNG preserves every pixel exactly (best for graphics with sharp edges); JPEG is smaller for photos; WebP is smaller still and works in modern browsers. Convert between them based on your need. PNG is always lossless — the quality slider only applies to JPEG and WebP.

FAQ

Why is the converted JPEG bigger than the original PNG?: JPEG can't represent the PNG's transparency — and for graphics with few colors, PNG's compression beats JPEG. WebP usually wins for both photos and graphics.

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