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Convert JPG or PNG to WebP Online
WebP files are often smaller than JPG or PNG at similar quality, which helps web pages load faster. Drop an image in below: Lytepic is set to WebP output, keeps the transparency of PNG files, and never uploads your picture.
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 an image to WebP
- Drop your JPG or PNG into the box above. The format is already set to webp.
- Choose a quality (75 to 80% suits most web images), or type a target size in KB.
- Compare the previews and the file sizes.
- Press download. The file is saved with the .webp extension.
A note about browsers
Creating WebP files depends on your browser. Chrome and Edge can do it; support in other browsers varies. If yours cannot, Lytepic tells you and saves the image in another format instead, so you never get the wrong file without knowing.
Why use WebP
WebP can work in lossy mode like JPG or lossless mode like PNG, and it supports transparency. At comparable visual quality its files are often noticeably smaller; Google’s own comparisons put the saving at roughly a quarter to a third in many cases. Smaller images mean faster pages and less data used by visitors.
Where WebP works, and where it may not
| Where | WebP? | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Modern web browsers | Yes | All current major browsers can display WebP |
| WordPress | Yes | Accepts WebP uploads since version 5.8 |
| Government and job forms | Often no | Many only accept JPG or PNG |
| Older photo editors and apps | Sometimes no | Convert to JPG if it will not open |
Tips for website images
- Resize first. Do not serve a 4,000 pixel image in an 800 pixel slot.
- Start around 75 to 80% quality and lower it only while the preview still looks right.
- Keep a JPG copy for places that do not accept WebP.
- Need a size limit? See how to compress an image to 200KB.
- Not sure which format to pick? Read JPG vs PNG vs WebP.
Frequently asked questions
Is WebP smaller than JPG?
Often, at similar visual quality. The saving depends on the image, so compare the file sizes in the preview.
Does WebP keep transparency from a PNG?
Yes. WebP supports transparency, so a transparent PNG stays transparent when converted.
Why did Lytepic save a different format than WebP?
Your browser cannot create WebP files. Lytepic tells you and saves the image as another format. Try Chrome or Edge for WebP output.
Can I upload WebP images to WordPress?
WordPress has accepted WebP uploads since version 5.8. Other platforms vary, so check their rules.
Is my image uploaded to a server?
No. Everything happens in your browser, so the image stays on your device.