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WebP to JPEG XL — Convert Web Images to Maximum Efficiency

Convert WebP to JPEG XL. Achieves much smaller lossless files than PNG/WebP, and efficient lossy compression too.

Local Processing Only

Drop WebP files here or click to select

.webp (multiple files)

Format comparison

Source

WebP is a web-focused image format that often achieves smaller files while keeping good visual quality.

Pros

  • Often smaller for web delivery
  • Transparency support (useful for UI assets)
  • Broad browser support

Cons

  • Some older browsers unsupported
  • Limited editing software support
Target

JPEG XL is a newer image format designed to support both lossless and lossy compression modes. Support can vary by browser and toolchain.

Pros

  • Supports both lossless and lossy modes
  • Designed for high compression efficiency across content types
  • Suitable for archiving with metadata when supported

Cons

  • Limited browser support
  • Developing tool ecosystem

When to Convert WebP to JPEG XL

Convert WebP to JPEG XL for experimentation or archiving. Keep WebP/PNG alongside it for compatibility.

Technical Format Details

WebP Technical Specifications

Technical details


WebP is a web-focused image format that supports both lossy and lossless modes, and it can store transparency.

Good for

- Web delivery: Balancing file size and visual quality
- Transparent assets: Often lighter than PNG in many cases

Notes

- Editing: Support varies across software
- Compatibility: Some older environments may not support WebP

Reference: Google Developers: WebP
JPEG XL Technical Specifications

Technical details


JPEG XL is designed to support both lossless and lossy compression. It can be attractive for experiments and archiving, but real-world support still varies by browser and app.

Good for

- Testing/archiving: Trying a next-gen format where supported
- Fallback conversions: Converting back to PNG/JPEG for compatibility

Notes

- Compatibility: Confirm the recipient platform supports JXL
- Publishing: WebP/JPEG/PNG is often the safer default for the web

Reference: JPEG XL (JPEG Committee)

How to Use

1

Add files

Drop or click to select your WebP files (multiple supported)

2

Confirm output

Default is JPEG XL. You can change to another supported output format if needed.

3

Adjust options

Set quality, resize, and metadata options only if you need them.

4

Convert & download

Download each file, or download everything as a ZIP for batch outputs.

FAQ

What's the advantage of converting WebP to JXL?

JPEG XL is ~35 % smaller than WebP in lossless mode, with comparable lossy compression.However, browser support is limited.

What use cases is this suitable for?

Better suited for local storage, archiving, and use in compatible applications rather than browser display.

Will browser support expand?

Uncertain. Safari supports it, but Chrome and Firefox have pulled support. The situation requires monitoring.

Will converting reduce image quality?

It depends on the output format. PNG is lossless, so quality stays the same. Lossy formats like JPEG/WebP/AVIF/JXL can change file size and appearance depending on the quality setting. Always verify with the final output before publishing.

Can I keep Exif metadata?

When "Keep Exif/Metadata" is ON, we try to carry over things like capture time, camera info, and GPS where possible. Some tags may be dropped depending on the input, output format, and browser environment. Turn it OFF if you want to remove location data before sharing.

Can I convert multiple files at once?

Yes. You can select multiple files, convert them in one run, and download each file individually. For multiple outputs, you can also download everything as a ZIP. For very large batches, splitting into smaller runs is more stable.

Are my images uploaded to a server?

No. Conversion runs locally in your browser, and your images are not sent to an external server.

Why do colors sometimes shift after conversion?

Differences in decoding/encoding and color handling can cause small shifts. For critical images, compare the output against the original.

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