How to Open and Convert WebP to JPG or PNG
You downloaded an image from a website and it saved as a .webpfile — and now it won't open in your photo editor, email client, or photo printer. The fix is simple: convert WebP to JPG or PNG with QuickWand's free WebP converter, right in your browser.
How to convert WebP to JPG with QuickWand
- Go to the WebP to JPG converter.
- Drag your WebP files into the drop zone, or click it to browse. You can add multiple files at once.
- Choose your output format — JPG for maximum compatibility, or PNG if you need a lossless result or the image has transparency. Adjust the quality slider if needed.
- Click Convert, then download each image or click Download all as ZIP to get everything in one file.
Everything runs in your browser, so your files are never uploaded. Conversion is instant for most images.
Why can't some apps open WebP files?
WebP is a relatively modern format. Google introduced it in 2010 and it has taken many years to gain widespread support. As of 2026, all major browsers support it — but many desktop applications, photo editors, and printers still do not.
Common apps that struggle with WebP include:
- Windows Photo Viewer (older Windows 10 installs)
- Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint)
- Older versions of Photoshop and Lightroom
- Many photo printing services and kiosks
- Some email clients when used as inline images
Converting to JPG makes the image universally compatible. If you also need to compress the converted image, the image compressor can shrink it further without visible quality loss.
Should I convert to JPG or PNG?
The choice depends on what you need the image for:
- JPG — Best for photos. Smaller file size, works everywhere. Some quality loss on conversion (minimal at 85%+ quality).
- PNG — Lossless, no quality loss. Preserves transparency (useful if the WebP image has a transparent background). File size is larger than JPG. Best for logos, graphics, and screenshots.
For most purposes — sharing photos, attaching to emails, or inserting into documents — JPG is the right choice. If the image is a logo or has a transparent background, use PNG.
If you received the image as a HEIC file (common from iPhone), the HEIC to JPG converter handles that format instead.