Convert PNG to WebP

ConvertICO PNG to WebP Converter lets you easily convert your PNG images to the efficient WebP format. WebP offers significantly better compression than PNG while maintaining transparency and high image quality, making your website faster and more efficient.

Drop your PNG files here or click to select them Max 20 files, 10MB per file

Higher quality preserves more details but results in larger file sizes. Lower quality gives smaller files but may introduce visible artifacts.

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PNG to WebP Conversion Quality Settings

The quality setting affects the compression level of the WebP image:

  • 90-100%: Maximum quality, minimal compression, larger file size with virtually no visual loss
  • 65-85%: Standard quality, good compression, smaller files with barely noticeable quality loss
  • 50-60%: Medium quality, excellent compression, very small files with acceptable quality
  • 30-45%: Low quality, maximum compression, smallest files but visible artifacts may appear

Advantages of Converting PNG to WebP

  • Superior compression compared to PNG (up to 26% smaller files for lossless compression)
  • WebP lossless images are 26% smaller than PNGs
  • WebP lossy images are 25-34% smaller than comparable JPEG images
  • Full alpha channel transparency support, unlike JPEG
  • Widespread support in all modern browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari)

Important Notes

  • WebP maintains transparency from your original PNG files
  • For graphics with text, logos, or UI elements, choose 80-100% for best results
  • For photographic images, 65-75% often provides optimal balance
  • Consider providing PNG fallbacks for older browsers with the HTML picture tag

How to Convert PNG Images to WebP

Converting your PNG images to WebP format is simple:

  1. Upload your PNG files by dragging them to the dropzone or clicking to select.
  2. Adjust the quality slider based on your needs - higher for better quality, lower for smaller file size.
  3. Wait for the conversion and compression to complete.
  4. Download your optimized WebP images individually or as a ZIP archive.

WebP offers better compression than PNG while maintaining transparency. By converting from PNG to WebP, you can reduce file sizes by up to 26% while preserving image quality, making your website faster and more efficient.

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FAQ - PNG to WebP Conversion

What is WebP format? +

WebP is a modern image format developed by Google that provides superior compression for images on the web. It uses both lossy and lossless compression techniques to create smaller file sizes compared to traditional formats like PNG and JPEG. WebP supports transparency like PNG but with much smaller file sizes, making it ideal for web graphics, logos, and interface elements.

Why convert PNG to WebP? +

Converting PNG to WebP offers several advantages. WebP files are typically 26% smaller than PNG files while maintaining the same quality. This reduction in file size leads to faster website loading times, reduced bandwidth usage, and better overall user experience. WebP also preserves transparency, making it a perfect replacement for PNG in most web applications without sacrificing quality.

Does WebP support transparency like PNG? +

Yes, WebP fully supports alpha channel transparency just like PNG. Our converter preserves all transparency information when converting from PNG to WebP format. This makes WebP a complete replacement for PNG with all the same features but better compression.

Which browsers support WebP? +

WebP is now supported by all major modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari, and Opera. As of 2023, WebP has over 95% global browser support. For older browsers that don't support WebP, you can use the HTML picture element to provide PNG as a fallback.

How much better is WebP compared to PNG? +

In technical comparisons, WebP lossless compression produces files that are 26% smaller on average than PNGs of the same visual quality. For lossy compression, WebP can be 25-34% smaller than comparable quality JPEGs. The actual savings vary depending on the image content - with complex images and transparency, WebP can sometimes achieve even greater compression. This significant reduction in file size directly translates to faster page loading, reduced bandwidth usage, and improved SEO rankings.

Is there a limit to how many files I can convert? +

Yes, you can convert up to 20 PNG files at once, with a maximum size of 10MB per file. This limit helps ensure fast processing times and reliable service for all users.

Is my data secure? +

Yes. We don't store your images permanently. They are automatically deleted after 24 hours, and we never access or view your content. The conversion process happens on our secure servers, and your original files are never shared with third parties.

How do I use WebP images on my website? +

For websites, we recommend using the HTML picture element with fallbacks for browsers that might not support WebP. Here's a basic example:

<picture>
  <source srcset="image.webp" type="image/webp">
  <img src="image.png" alt="Description">
</picture>

This code will use the WebP version in supporting browsers and fall back to PNG in older browsers. Most content management systems like WordPress now have built-in or plugin support for WebP images.