How to Convert PNG to JPG for Free (Without Losing Quality)

PNGs are great for graphics with transparency, but for photos and screenshots they're often 3–10× larger than they need to be. Converting to JPG is the fastest way to slim them down without a noticeable drop in quality.

When to convert PNG to JPG

The image is a photo (not a logo or icon)
You don't need transparency
You're uploading to a website and want fast loading
You're sending the image via email or chat

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Step-by-step PNG to JPG conversion

Open a free image converter in your browser
Upload your PNG file
Set quality to 80–85 (best balance of size and quality)
Click Convert
Download the JPG

Quality settings explained

100% — lossless-ish

Largest file. No visible difference from PNG.

85% — recommended

The sweet spot. About 70–80% smaller than PNG with no visible quality loss.

60% and below

Visible artifacts on flat colors and text. Avoid for important images.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I lose transparency?

Yes — JPG doesn't support transparency. Transparent areas become white.

Is JPG always smaller than PNG?

For photos, yes. For solid-color graphics, PNG can sometimes be smaller.

Can I batch convert?

Most tools allow multi-file upload on the free tier.

Is the conversion lossless?

JPG is lossy. At 85%+ quality the loss is invisible to the human eye.

Does it work on mobile?

Yes. Modern browsers on Android and iOS handle it perfectly.

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Conclusion

Converting PNG to JPG is one of the easiest ways to speed up your website and shrink email attachments. Do it in your browser — no software install required.