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One tool for any image format. Upload a picture, choose the format you need, and download the converted file, whether it is for a website, a form or a favicon.
How to use the Free Image Converter
- Upload your image.
- Choose an output format.
- Download the converted file.
What to expect
Eight output formats
Convert to JPG, PNG, WEBP, AVIF, GIF, BMP, TIFF or ICO.
Most inputs accepted
Upload JPG, PNG, WEBP, GIF, BMP, TIFF, ICO, AVIF, HEIC or HEIF.
Which format to pick
JPG suits photos, PNG suits graphics, WEBP and AVIF suit websites, and ICO suits site icons.
Every format we support
Different jobs call for different formats. Use this table to pick the right output for yours.
| Format | Best for | Transparency |
|---|---|---|
| JPG | Photos, email and upload forms | No |
| PNG | Logos, screenshots and graphics | Yes |
| WEBP | Website images | Yes |
| AVIF | Very small website images | Yes |
| GIF | Simple graphics, limited to 256 colors | Yes, on or off only |
| BMP | Older Windows software | No |
| TIFF | Scanning and print workflows | Yes |
| ICO | Website and app icons | Yes |
How to choose an output format
Our guide to JPG, PNG and WEBP explains the differences in more depth.
- Sending a photo to someone Choose JPG, as nearly everything can open it.
- Graphic with a transparent background: choose PNG.
- Image for your own website Choose WEBP or AVIF.
- Favicon for a website Choose ICO.
- Print or archive Choose PNG or TIFF, so that no quality is lost.
Quality settings we use
You don't have to choose any settings, as sensible ones are built in. JPG is saved at quality 95 with full color detail. WEBP and AVIF are saved at quality 90. PNG, BMP and TIFF keep your image as it is. ICO files include standard icon sizes up to 256 pixels.
Things that change between formats
- Transparent areas turn white when you convert to a format without transparency, such as JPG or BMP.
- Converting to GIF can reduce colors, which suits simple graphics more than photos.
- Converting never adds quality. A small or blurry picture stays that way.
- Photos keep the orientation recorded by your camera, so they appear the right way up.
Shortcuts for common conversions
The most popular conversions have their own pages: PNG to JPG, JPG to PNG, WEBP to JPG, JPG to WEBP, PNG to WEBP and HEIC to JPG. All of them are grouped on the image tools page.
If your image isn't what you expected
| What you see | Likely cause | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| A white background | JPG and BMP have no transparency | Choose PNG, WEBP or AVIF instead |
| Grainy colors in a GIF | GIF is limited to 256 colors | Choose PNG or WEBP for photos |
| A very large file | BMP and TIFF can store a lot of data | Choose JPG or WEBP for sharing |
| A small ICO | Icons are limited to 256 pixels | That is expected for an icon |
| An error when converting | A damaged or unusual file | Open and re-save the image, then try again |
Lossy and lossless, explained
Lossless formats, like PNG, keep every pixel exactly, so the file can be rebuilt perfectly. Lossy formats, like JPG, discard small details to make the file smaller. Neither is simply better. A lossy format is fine for a photo you are sharing, as the changes are very hard to see. A lossless format is better for sharp graphics and for images you are still editing.
How to make a favicon
- Start from a simple, square logo, as fine detail vanishes at small sizes.
- Upload it here and choose ICO. Standard sizes up to 256 pixels are included.
- Add the favicon.ico file to your website, usually in its main folder.
- Clear your browser cache to see the new icon, as old ones can stick around.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best image format?
It depends on the use: JPG for photos, PNG for sharp graphics, and WEBP or AVIF for websites.
How do I convert an image?
Upload it, choose a format and the converted file downloads.
Can I make a favicon?
Yes. Choose ICO as the output format.
Are my images kept?
Your files are only used for the conversion and are deleted from the server afterwards.
Can I convert many images at once?
Yes. Select several files, and they download together in a ZIP.
Does converting change the image dimensions?
Not usually. ICO is the exception, as icons are limited to 256 pixels.
Can I upload HEIC or AVIF files?
Yes. Both can be converted to any of the output formats.
What is the upload limit?
You can upload up to 200 MB at a time.
Helpful guides
- JPG vs PNG vs WEBP: Which Image Format Should You Use?A plain comparison of quality, file size and transparency, and which to pick for each job.
- How to Open HEIC Photos on Windows and AndroidWhy iPhone photos won't open on some devices, and four simple ways to fix it.
