PNG to JPG: when to convert (and when not to)
PNG is perfect for screenshots; JPG is perfect for photos. Here is how to choose and convert without bouncing between tools.
PNG preserves every pixel and supports transparency. That is ideal for logos and UI captures, but photographs exported as PNG are often ten times larger than the same image as JPG. Converting PNG to JPG is the fastest way to shrink photo-like graphics for email and the web.
Convert PNG to JPG in one pass
- Open Convert PNG to JPG.
- Upload your PNG. Transparency becomes a solid background in JPG.
- Enable Compress and set a KB band if the destination has a upload cap.
When to keep PNG
- Logos and icons that need transparency on a website.
- Screenshots with small text where JPG artifacts blur letters.
- Graphics with sharp edges and flat colors at small dimensions.
Alternatives
For web work, PNG to WebP often beats JPG on size while keeping transparency. For the smallest possible photo, try PNG to AVIF.