Need to change an image from PNG to JPG, JPG to PNG, or between PNG, JPG, and WebP? SOFRIQ provides six single-format image converters. Each one accepts a specific source format, creates the selected output format, and lets you download one result or a ZIP of the completed batch.
Use this guide to choose the right converter, understand the format differences and current upload limits, and follow the conversion process.
Choose the right image converter
Each converter works with one input-and-output pair. Choose the page that matches the actual format of your image:
| Conversion | Use this converter | Useful to know |
|---|---|---|
| PNG to JPG | PNG to JPG converter | JPG does not support transparency. Transparent areas are placed on a white background. |
| JPG to PNG | JPG to PNG converter | PNG supports transparency, but converting a JPG cannot restore image detail already lost. |
| PNG to WebP | PNG to WebP converter | WebP supports transparency and can be useful when preparing images for the web. |
| WebP to PNG | WebP to PNG converter | PNG supports transparency, but the resulting file may be larger than the WebP source. |
| JPG to WebP | JPG to WebP converter | WebP may produce a compact image, but the resulting size depends on the source. |
| WebP to JPG | WebP to JPG converter | JPG does not support transparency. Transparent areas are placed on a white background. |
How to convert an image
- Choose the converter that matches your image’s actual format. Renaming a file extension does not convert the image.
- Review the batch and file-size limits displayed above the upload area.
- Select or drag one or more images into the upload area. Every image in a batch must use the format accepted by that converter.
- Wait until each image finishes uploading. An image that has not uploaded successfully cannot be converted.
- Select Convert and wait for the results and previews to appear.
- Download each converted image individually, or choose Download all to download the completed results as a ZIP file.
- Use Remove to take one item out of the current page, or Clear to reset the workspace.
Keep the page open while uploads and conversions are in progress. Download any results you want to keep before leaving the page.
Batch and file-size limits
The converters apply a maximum image count per batch and a maximum file size per image. The active limits are displayed in each converter and may change when SOFRIQ plan settings are updated.
| Access level | Images per batch | Maximum size per image |
|---|---|---|
| Guest | 1 | 5 MB |
| Free | 3 | 10 MB |
| Basic | 5 | 20 MB |
| Creator | 10 | 50 MB |
| Pro | 15 | 100 MB |
These are the currently configured limits; follow the live limits shown in the converter if they differ from this table. Signed-in uploads are also subject to the available storage quota for the account. The converter displays batch and per-image limits; it does not show a separate daily usage counter.
Understand the image formats
PNG
PNG supports transparency and is commonly used for graphics, logos, and images that need transparent areas. A PNG output can preserve the converted pixels without adding another lossy JPG encoding step, but it cannot restore details already lost in a JPG source. PNG files may be larger than JPG or WebP files.
JPG
JPG is widely supported and often suitable for photographs and general-purpose images. It does not support transparency, so transparent areas are flattened onto a white background when a converter creates a JPG. JPG uses lossy compression, which means the output may differ slightly from the original.
WebP
WebP is an image format used on the web and can support transparency. It may create a compact file, but the result depends on the source image. Converting to WebP does not guarantee that every output will be smaller.
Quality and image dimensions
The single-format converters use a fixed output configuration rather than a quality slider. JPG and WebP outputs use a quality setting of 90; PNG output is encoded as PNG. Because output format and image content affect compression, the converted file may be smaller or larger than the original.
The converters do not provide image editing or resizing controls. They change the image format while keeping the source dimensions, subject to image orientation metadata. Preview the result and open important downloads before using them in a website, document, design, or product listing.
Privacy, uploads, and saved files
To convert an image, the original is uploaded to SOFRIQ storage for processing. Converter source uploads use Private visibility and are not published to social networks by this tool. Learn more about SOFRIQ Media visibility settings.
- When signed in: The original source image is associated with your account and appears in SOFRIQ Media. Removing it from the converter page or selecting Clear does not delete the saved original. Manage or delete it from Media if needed.
- As a guest: The original is not associated with an account and is temporary. Guest source files are scheduled to expire after 15 minutes; cleanup may remove them later rather than at the exact 15-minute mark. Read about Guest Upload.
- Converted results: Results are returned to the page for preview and download. These single-format converters do not automatically save converted outputs to SOFRIQ Media.
Only upload images you are allowed to process. Avoid submitting confidential or sensitive images unless you are comfortable with the applicable account storage or temporary guest processing.
Common issues
The converter does not accept my image
Make sure you opened the converter for the image’s actual format. Changing the filename extension does not change the image data. If the file is damaged or is not a valid image of the required format, the converter may reject it.
My image exceeds the upload limit
Check the per-image size limit shown in the tool. Use a smaller file or, if appropriate, an account plan with a higher configured limit. Signed-in uploads must also fit within the account’s available storage.
I reached the batch limit
Remove an item or clear the current batch before adding more images. The limit applies to the number of images in one batch.
The upload or conversion failed
Wait for the upload to finish before converting. If it failed, check your connection and add the image again. For a conversion error, confirm that the image opens normally and is in the format accepted by that page.
The result has a white background
This is expected when converting an image with transparency to JPG. JPG cannot store transparent pixels, so transparent areas are placed on a white background.
The converted file is larger than the original
Output size depends on the image and the source and destination formats. For example, a PNG made from a JPG can be larger, and conversion does not guarantee a smaller file. Compare the result with the original and choose the format that fits your needs.
Frequently asked questions
Can I convert multiple images at once?
Yes. Add supported images up to the batch limit displayed on the page. Each image in a batch must match that converter’s input format.
Are the converters completely unlimited?
No. The tools show a maximum batch size and a maximum file size per image. These limits depend on your access level and plan. Check the live limits displayed before uploading.
Does converting JPG to PNG restore lost quality?
No. PNG can store the converted pixels, but it cannot recreate image detail that was already discarded when the source was compressed as JPG.
Does clearing the page delete my original image?
No. Clear resets the converter workspace and its previews. A signed-in original already saved to your SOFRIQ Media account remains there until you manage or delete it.
Where can I find the converted images later?
Download the results you want to keep before leaving the converter. The single-format converters return outputs to the browser and do not automatically save them to SOFRIQ Media.