Convert JPG to AVIF Online
JPEG is a ubiquitous lossy image format designed for photography and complex imagery. AVIF is a cutting-edge image format built on the AV1 video codec. AnyConvert converts JPG to AVIF securely without installing desktop software.
JPG to AVIF Converter
Convert your JPEG files to AVIF format quickly and easily. Upload your file and download the result.
Max file size: 50MB
Why convert JPG to AVIF?
Switching from JPG helps you avoid lossy compression introduces artifacts, especially around sharp lines or text. AVIF excels at significant savings over jpeg and often webp for photographic content, making it a better fit when clients or platforms expect high-quality hero imagery with hdr on modern websites.
AV1 Image File Format also offers supports hdr, wide color gamuts, alpha transparency, and animation. That means your converted files stay useful for high-quality hero imagery with hdr on modern websites and mobile applications that need pristine visuals at minimal bandwidth cost.
JPG strengths
- Excellent compression for photographs and gradients with modest file sizes
- Universal support across browsers, devices, email clients, and CMS platforms
- Embedded EXIF metadata for camera settings, orientation, and color profiles
AVIF advantages
- Significant savings over JPEG and often WebP for photographic content
- Supports HDR, wide color gamuts, alpha transparency, and animation
- Royalty-free and engineered for efficient delivery on modern hardware
Key differences
| Feature | JPG | AVIF |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossy | Lossy |
| Transparency / Alpha | No transparency support | Supports alpha channel |
| Typical file size | Compact (lossy compression) | Compact (lossy compression) |
| Best suited for | Web-ready photos, product imagery, and marketing assets and Email attachments where bandwidth matters | High-quality hero imagery with HDR on modern websites and Mobile applications that need pristine visuals at minimal bandwidth cost |
| Standard | Open, royalty-free specification | Open, royalty-free specification |
Before you convert
- Keep a backup of your original file before converting so you can roll back if needed.
- Review known pain points: No support for transparency or alpha channels, limiting design flexibility. Adjust your source file accordingly.
Quality tips
- Use the resize controls to match the pixel dimensions your project actually needs.
- Preview the background fill—set it to white, black, or brand colors so transparent elements look intentional.
- Start with a high-quality setting (85–90%) and only reduce it if file size targets demand it.
- Download the result immediately and open it in the target application to verify everything matches expectations.
Where AVIF fits best
Once you have the converted file, you can plug it straight into high-quality hero imagery with hdr on modern websites, mobile applications that need pristine visuals at minimal bandwidth cost, and delivery of ui assets that combine transparency and photographic detail. AVIF is the format teams expect in those environments, so you spend less time re-exporting or explaining compatibility issues.
Common AVIF use cases
- High-quality hero imagery with HDR on modern websites
- Mobile applications that need pristine visuals at minimal bandwidth cost
- Delivery of UI assets that combine transparency and photographic detail
Tools that open AVIF
- libavif
- Squoosh
- Sharp
Frequently asked questions
Does converting JPG to AVIF reduce quality?
Yes, AVIF uses lossy compression. Start with the highest quality setting available and compare the converted file against your original. If you need a perfect copy, keep the JPG source as an archive.
Can I add transparency during the JPG to AVIF conversion?
AVIF supports alpha channels. After converting, open the file in an editor such as libavif and remove any backgrounds you no longer need.
Is there a file size limit for converting JPG?
Yes—uploads up to 150 MB convert reliably in the browser. For larger assets, split them into smaller segments first so the process stays responsive.