Convert JPG to PNG

    Transform JPG images to PNG for lossless quality and transparency support. Ideal for graphics, logos, and images that need editing. All processing happens in your browser – completely private.

    • Click SELECT FILES to choose up to 20 .jpg images, or drag files to the drop area.
    • Click CONVERT to start the conversion, then save results one by one or click SAVE ALL to get them all at once.

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      JPG to PNG: Complete Conversion Guide

      Converting JPG to PNG is a common need when you require lossless image quality or need to work with transparency. This guide explains when and why to convert, and how to do it securely in your browser.

      Key Difference: JPG uses lossy compression (smaller files, some quality loss), while PNG is lossless (larger files, perfect quality preservation) and supports transparency.

      Why Convert JPG to PNG?

      There are several important reasons to convert JPG files to PNG format:

      Preserve Quality During Editing

      Every time you edit and save a JPG, it gets compressed again, gradually degrading quality. PNG files don't lose quality when saved, making them ideal for images that need multiple rounds of editing.

      Prepare for Transparency

      If you plan to remove backgrounds or add transparent areas in photo editing software, you need to work with PNG. JPG doesn't support transparency—every pixel must have a color.

      Better for Graphics and Text

      PNG handles sharp edges, text, and solid colors much better than JPG. Converting screenshots, diagrams, or images with text to PNG prevents the fuzzy artifacts that JPG compression creates.

      Important: Converting JPG to PNG won't restore quality that was already lost during JPG compression. The PNG will perfectly preserve the current state of the image, including any existing artifacts.

      JPG vs PNG: Which Format to Use?

      Use JPG When... Use PNG When...
      Storing photographs Image needs transparent areas
      File size is critical Quality must be preserved exactly
      Sharing on social media Image contains text or UI elements
      Email attachments Screenshots and diagrams
      Web images (with WebP alternative) Logos and graphics

      How to Convert JPG to PNG

      Our converter makes the process fast and private:

      1. Select files — Click SELECT FILES or drag and drop up to 20 JPG images into the drop area
      2. Convert — Click CONVERT to process your images instantly in your browser
      3. Save — Download individual files or use SAVE ALL to get everything at once
      Pro Tip: Converting to PNG will increase file size significantly—sometimes 5-10x larger. This is normal and expected because PNG doesn't use lossy compression.

      Common Use Cases

      Real-World Scenarios

      Photo editing workflow: Convert to PNG before extensive editing, then export final result as JPG for sharing

      Creating graphics: Convert source photos to PNG, add to design software, compose with transparent elements

      Archiving important images: Store as PNG to prevent future quality degradation from re-saves

      Screenshots for documentation: Convert to PNG for crisp text and clean edges

      About Transparency

      A common misconception is that converting JPG to PNG creates transparency. It doesn't—your converted PNG will have the same solid background as the original JPG.

      To add transparency, you'll need to:

      1. Convert to PNG first (preserves quality for editing)
      2. Use photo editing software to remove the background
      3. Save as PNG to keep the transparent areas

      The conversion gives you a PNG file that's ready for transparency work, but the actual background removal requires editing software like Photoshop, GIMP, or online tools.

      Privacy and Security

      Your files stay completely private:

      • Browser-based — All processing happens locally on your device
      • No uploads — Files are never sent to any server
      • No storage — We have no access to your images
      • Originals preserved — Your source JPG files remain untouched

      Using WebAssembly technology, we've brought image conversion directly to your browser. This means instant processing with zero privacy concerns.

      Ready to Convert?

      Drop your JPG files above to get started. Need smaller file sizes instead? Visit PNG to JPG to convert and compress your images.