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Convert PNG to JPG Online
Need a PNG as a JPG? Drop it in below. Lytepic is already set to JPEG output: transparent areas are filled with white, you choose the quality, and the converted file is usually much smaller. Everything runs in your browser, so the image is not uploaded.
Pick a size to set the exact pixels, crop to fit and the file size limit. These are examples, so always follow your form’s own instructions.
Type a size and Lytepic finds the best quality that fits. Clear the box to use the quality slider instead.
How to convert PNG to JPG
- Drop your PNG into the box above. The format is already set to jpeg.
- Choose a quality, or type a target size in KB if you have a limit.
- Check the preview, especially any area that was transparent in the original.
- Press download. The file is saved with the .jpg extension.
What changes when you convert
| PNG | JPG | |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossless | Lossy |
| Transparency | Supported | Not supported (becomes white) |
| Photos | Very large files | Much smaller files |
| Text and sharp edges | Perfectly crisp | Can blur at low quality |
When converting is a good idea
- Photos saved as PNG. Photos are far smaller as JPG, often several times smaller.
- Forms and portals that only accept JPG. Many upload forms reject PNG.
- Sharing and email. Smaller files send faster and fit attachment limits.
When to keep the PNG or use WebP instead
- Logos and icons with transparent backgrounds. JPG cannot be transparent. Keep the PNG, or try WebP, which keeps transparency.
- Screenshots with small text. Low JPG quality can blur letters. Use 85 to 90% quality or keep the PNG.
- Images you will edit again. Keep the lossless original and export JPG copies from it.
Tips
- Renaming does not convert. Changing photo.png to photo.jpg leaves PNG data inside, which many sites reject. Convert the file properly.
- Keep your PNG. JPG is lossy, so you cannot get the lost detail back.
- Need an exact size? See how to compress an image to 50KB or 100KB.
Frequently asked questions
Will converting PNG to JPG reduce quality?
Yes, a little. JPG is lossy, so some detail is discarded. For photos the difference is rarely noticeable at 80% quality or higher.
What happens to a transparent background?
JPG cannot store transparency, so Lytepic fills transparent areas with white.
How much smaller will the JPG be?
For photos the JPG is often several times smaller. For simple graphics with flat colours the saving is smaller, and in a few cases the JPG can even be larger.
Can I convert PNG to JPG for a form that requires JPG?
Yes. Convert it here, and use the target size box if the form also has a size limit.
Is my image uploaded to a server?
No. The conversion happens in your browser, so the image stays on your device.