PNG to WebP Converter
Convert PNG screenshots, logos and illustrations to WebP. Transparent backgrounds are preserved, and the WebP file is often a fraction of the PNG’s size.
Processed locally — your images stay on your device.
Drop your image here Select an image from your device
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Accepts PNG. Maximum file size: 25 MB. Very large images may be slow on older phones.
You can also paste an image from your clipboard.
Opening image…
- Original PNG
- New WebP
- Size change
How to convert PNG to WebP
- Choose a PNG image, drag it here, or paste a screenshot.
- Set the WebP quality. For sharp text and flat colors, keep it at 85% or higher.
- Select “Convert to WebP” and see how much smaller the file is.
- Download your WebP image.
PNG vs WebP at a glance
Both formats handle transparency. The difference is how efficiently they store the image.
| Format | PNG | WebP |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossless (colors can be reduced) | Lossy or lossless |
| Transparency | Yes, including semi-transparent pixels | Yes |
| Animation | Only in the APNG variant | Yes |
| Compatibility | Opens everywhere | All modern browsers; some older apps can’t open it |
| Best for | Screenshots, logos, text and images that need transparency | Images on websites and in apps |
Need to keep the PNG format? The PNG Compressor makes PNG files smaller without converting them.
PNG to WebP benefits
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Transparency preserved
WebP supports an alpha channel just like PNG, so logos and cut-out images keep their transparent background.
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Big size savings
PNG stores every pixel without loss. WebP’s compression usually shrinks photos and graphics stored as PNG dramatically.
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Better for websites
Replacing large PNG images with WebP is one of the quickest ways to make a page load faster.
Processed locally — your images stay on your device.
Stays on your device
Screenshots can contain personal details. This converter runs in your browser, so your PNG is never uploaded to our server.
PNG to WebP FAQ
Does WebP keep PNG transparency?
Yes. Transparent and semi-transparent areas stay transparent in the WebP file.
How much smaller is WebP than PNG?
It depends on the image. Photos saved as PNG often shrink by 70% or more; screenshots and flat graphics typically shrink by half or more. You’ll see the exact numbers after converting.
Will text in screenshots stay sharp?
At 85% quality or higher, text and thin lines stay crisp. If you notice soft edges around text, raise the quality slider and convert again.
Should I use WebP or PNG?
Use WebP for images shown on websites and apps. Keep PNG when you need lossless files for further editing, or for software that doesn’t open WebP.
Are my PNG files uploaded?
No. Everything happens in your browser, on your device.
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