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JPG to PNG Converter

Convert JPG images to PNG — free, private, and instant.

Need to convert JPG to PNG? JPG (or JPEG) is the most widely used photo format on the web. It uses lossy compression to shrink file size dramatically, which makes it ideal for photographs and complex images with lots of colour, at the cost of some fine detail. This free tool changes your JPG image into PNG instantly — right inside your browser, with nothing uploaded to a server.

Why convert JPG to PNG?

1

JPG has no transparency and re-compresses every time you save, so it's a poor choice for logos, text, or images you'll edit repeatedly.

2

PNG is lossless — no quality loss — a strong fit for logos and icons.

3

PNG supports transparency, which JPG does not.

How to convert JPG to PNG

  1. 1

    Add your JPG file

    Drag your JPG image onto the box above, or click to pick it from your device. It never leaves your computer.

  2. 2

    We convert it to PNG

    Your browser decodes the image and re-encodes it as PNG on the spot — no upload, no waiting in a queue.

  3. 3

    Download the PNG

    Save your new PNG file with one click. Convert as many as you like — it's free and unlimited.

Quality: PNG is a lossless format, so the conversion preserves every pixel of your JPG exactly — there's no additional quality loss.

The formats explained

JPG

JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group)

JPG (or JPEG) is the most widely used photo format on the web. It uses lossy compression to shrink file size dramatically, which makes it ideal for photographs and complex images with lots of colour, at the cost of some fine detail.

Best for

  • Photos and camera images
  • Website hero and background images
  • Email attachments
PNG

PNG (Portable Network Graphics)

PNG is a lossless format that preserves every pixel exactly and supports full transparency. That makes it the go-to choice for logos, icons, screenshots, and any graphic with sharp edges or text.

Best for

  • Logos and icons
  • Screenshots
  • Graphics with transparency

Frequently asked questions

Is the JPG to PNG converter free?

Yes, completely. There's no account, no watermark, and no limit on how many files you convert.

Are my JPG files uploaded to a server?

No. The whole conversion runs locally in your browser using your device's own processing, so your image is never sent anywhere.

Will I lose quality converting JPG to PNG?

PNG is a lossless format, so the conversion preserves every pixel of your JPG exactly — there's no additional quality loss.

What is a JPG file?

JPG (or JPEG) is the most widely used photo format on the web. It uses lossy compression to shrink file size dramatically, which makes it ideal for photographs and complex images with lots of colour, at the cost of some fine detail.

When should I use PNG?

PNG is best for Logos and icons, Screenshots, Graphics with transparency.

Does the converter work on my phone?

Yes. It runs in any modern browser on desktop or mobile — including converting iPhone photos.