How to convert JPG to WebP
WebP is an image format made for the web. At a similar look it is usually smaller than JPG, so pages load faster and use less data.
Convert in your browser
- Open the Filesmingo board and drop the JPG onto it.
- Select it and open the Convert tab.
- Choose WebP as the format and set the quality.
- Compare with the slider, then download the WebP file.
The image is converted on your device and is never uploaded.
Why WebP is smaller
WebP uses a newer compression method than JPG. The saving depends on the picture, so look at the new size shown before you download rather than trusting a fixed number.
Picking the quality
A quality around 75 to 85 is a good starting point for photos. Lower it until you can just see a difference on the slider, then step back up a little.
When to keep the JPG
Modern browsers all open WebP. Some older software and email programs do not, so keep a JPG for pictures you will send around. You can always turn a WebP back into a JPG later.
Related conversions
PNG screenshots and logos can be converted to WebP too, and transparency is kept. To make an image smaller without changing format, use the image compressor.