Convert JPG to PNG Online
JPEG is a ubiquitous lossy image format designed for photography and complex imagery. PNG is a lossless raster image format built to replace GIF with better compression, full alpha transparency, and broad color profile support. AnyConvert converts JPG to PNG securely without installing desktop software.
JPG to PNG Converter
Convert your JPEG files to PNG format quickly and easily. Upload your file and download the result.
Max file size: 50MB
Why convert JPG to PNG?
Switching from JPG helps you avoid lossy compression introduces artifacts, especially around sharp lines or text. PNG excels at lossless compression that preserves sharp edges and text perfectly, making it a better fit when clients or platforms expect user interface assets, logos, and icons that need crisp edges.
Portable Network Graphics also offers full alpha transparency support, including partial transparency (alpha channel). That means your converted files stay useful for user interface assets, logos, and icons that need crisp edges and charts, diagrams, and text-heavy graphics shared online.
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
PNG advantages
- Lossless compression that preserves sharp edges and text perfectly
- Full alpha transparency support, including partial transparency (alpha channel)
- Widespread browser and operating system support without additional codecs
Key differences
| Feature | JPG | PNG |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossy | Lossless |
| Transparency / Alpha | No transparency support | Supports alpha channel |
| Typical file size | Compact (lossy compression) | Moderate (lossless compression) |
| Best suited for | Web-ready photos, product imagery, and marketing assets and Email attachments where bandwidth matters | User interface assets, logos, and icons that need crisp edges and Charts, diagrams, and text-heavy graphics shared online |
| 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.
- Download the result immediately and open it in the target application to verify everything matches expectations.
Where PNG fits best
Once you have the converted file, you can plug it straight into user interface assets, logos, and icons that need crisp edges, charts, diagrams, and text-heavy graphics shared online, and images requiring transparent backgrounds or compositing in design workflows. PNG is the format teams expect in those environments, so you spend less time re-exporting or explaining compatibility issues.
Common PNG use cases
- User interface assets, logos, and icons that need crisp edges
- Charts, diagrams, and text-heavy graphics shared online
- Images requiring transparent backgrounds or compositing in design workflows
Tools that open PNG
- Adobe Photoshop
- Affinity Photo
- GIMP
Frequently asked questions
Does converting JPG to PNG reduce quality?
No—PNG preserves the original fidelity. You still want to open the converted file once to confirm fonts, colors, or audio loudness survived the transfer.
Can I add transparency during the JPG to PNG conversion?
PNG supports alpha channels. After converting, open the file in an editor such as Adobe Photoshop 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.