Free JPG to PNG converter
Change JPEG photos to PNG locally. Note that PNG will often be larger; this is for compatibility, not compression.
Click to choose images, or drag them here
JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF, SVG · up to 50 files · max 40 MB each
How small should files get?
Custom settings activeThe tool finds the highest quality that still meets the target size, and scales down only if needed. Images already under the limit are left unchanged.
How it works
Step 1 · Add files
Drop JPG photos into the drop zone above.
Step 2 · Confirm settings
PNG output is pre-set; use it when you need a lossless or editable master.
Step 3 · Download
Download each PNG, or grab the whole batch as a ZIP.
Why this conversion
Some editors and print workflows prefer PNG. Converting JPG to PNG does not bring back quality the JPEG already lost — it only changes the file type.
About JPG
JPG has already discarded some detail; converting cannot bring it back.
About PNG
PNG keeps the current picture as-is and may make the file larger.
Good for
- A workflow or print shop that requires PNG even for photos
- Dropping a JPEG into an editor that prefers PNG layers or lossless saves
- Forms that list PNG as the only accepted type
What to watch for
JPG to PNG does not restore detail the JPEG already discarded, and the file usually gets larger. Prefer JPG to WebP when you actually want a smaller photo.
Why convert JPG to PNG here instead of uploading
| Compared to | Compress Locally (this site) | Typical upload tools |
|---|---|---|
| Conversion | JPG to PNG runs on your deviceYes — | File is sent to a converter serverNo — |
| Privacy | Original and result never leave the browserYes — | Uploads may be logged or cachedNo — |
| Batch work | Batch convert several files, then download a ZIP — no upload waitYes — | Free tiers cap batch size; ZIP download often needs signupNo — |
| Formats we skip | No HEIC/RAW/video encode — JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF, SVG in; JPG/PNG/WebP outVaries — | May accept more exotic formatsYes — |
Frequently asked questions
Will the PNG look sharper than the JPG?
It will not recover quality lost in the original JPEG. Converting only changes the container — the pixels stay as they are, often in a larger file.
Is upload required?
No. Everything runs in your browser on your device. Your photos never leave your computer during conversion.
Why would I convert JPG to PNG?
Some editors, print workflows, or upload forms require PNG even for photos. Use this when compatibility matters more than file size.
Can I batch-convert JPG to PNG?
Yes. Add multiple JPEG files, export as PNG, then download individually or as a ZIP.