Free JFIF to WebP converter online
Need a WebP instead of a JFIF? This free converter turns JFIF files into WebP images right in your browser. Add as many files as you like, adjust the settings and download the results individually or together as a ZIP.
JFIF is really a JPEG image saved with the .jfif extension. Windows and some browsers save images from the web this way, and many websites, printers and apps then refuse to open them. Converting fixes the extension and the compatibility problem.
WebP is a modern format created by Google for the web. It is typically 25 to 35 percent smaller than an equivalent JPG and supports transparency and animation, which is why so many websites now serve it. The downside is compatibility: older versions of Photoshop, Windows Photo Viewer, many printers and lots of upload forms still cannot open WebP files.
About JFIF and WebP files
New to these formats? These pages explain what each one is for and how to open it on Windows, Mac, iPhone and Android.
Why convert JFIF to WebP?
- WebP files are much smaller than JPG and PNG at the same visual quality, which makes web pages load faster and improves Core Web Vitals and SEO.
- JFIF files are often rejected or can't be opened by upload forms and apps that only look for .jpg or .jpeg; WebP avoids that problem.
How to convert JFIF to WebP
- Click the upload box or drag and drop your JFIF files (you can select several at once).
- Conversion to WebP starts automatically. Change the quality or background colour if you like.
- Download each WebP file or click 'Download all' for a ZIP.
Features
- Batch conversionConvert hundreds of JFIF files at once.
- No uploadFiles never leave your device, so it is fast and private.
- Strips metadataThe WebP files contain no EXIF or GPS data.
- Any deviceWorks on iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac and Chromebook.
JFIF vs WebP: what's the difference?
| Feature | JFIF | WebP |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | JPEG File Interchange Format | WebP (Google) |
| Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Compression | Lossy | Lossy and lossless |
| Transparency | No | Yes (full alpha) |
| Animation | No | Yes |
| Typical file size | Small | Very small |
| Best for | nothing in particular: it is a JPEG saved with an unusual extension | websites, because it is 25-35% smaller than JPG at the same quality |
| Compatibility | Opens in browsers, but many apps and upload forms reject the .jfif extension | All modern browsers; some older desktop apps and upload forms still reject it |
| File extensions | .jfif | .webp |
| MIME type | image/jpeg | image/webp |
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert JFIF to WebP?
Open this page, add your JFIF files, and FileStripe converts them to WebP in your browser. Then download the files one by one or as a ZIP. It takes a few seconds and you don't need to install anything.
Will converting JFIF to WebP reduce quality?
WebP is a lossy format, so there is a small, usually invisible, loss. Use the quality slider: 90 or above is visually identical for almost all images.
Can I convert multiple JFIF files to WebP at once?
Yes. Select or drop as many JFIF files as you like; there is no limit on the number or size of files.
Is the JFIF to WebP free?
Yes. The JFIF to WebP is completely free with no sign-up, no watermarks, no daily limits and no premium tier.
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. FileStripe processes your files locally in your web browser using JavaScript. Nothing is uploaded, so the JFIF to WebP is safe for private photos and confidential documents and even works offline once the page has loaded.
Does it work on iPhone and Android?
Yes. The JFIF to WebP works in Safari, Chrome, Firefox, Edge and Samsung Internet on phones, tablets and computers. On a phone you can pick files from your photo library or files app and share the result straight to another app.
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