PNG to WEBP Converter Online Free
Turn PNG images into smaller WEBP files — transparency is preserved.
or drag & drop your image here
Your image is converted instantly after you choose it. Pick the output format above.
Free PNG to WEBP Converter
This free online PNG to WEBP converter turns your images in seconds — right in your browser, with no uploads and no account. Drop a PNG file into the tool above and it is re-encoded as WEBP automatically, ready to download.
WEBP is a modern web format that compresses photos 25–35% smaller than JPG while keeping quality. Converting PNG to WEBP gives you smaller files and faster page loads, with support in every modern browser.
Everything happens locally on your device using the HTML5 canvas API, so your PNG never leaves your computer or phone — no upload, no waiting, no watermarks. You can also convert in the opposite direction with the WEBP to PNG converter. Try JPG to PNG or PNG to AVIF.
How to convert PNG to WEBP
Upload your image
Click "Choose Image" or drag and drop your file. It is processed entirely on your device.
Pick the output format
Choose the target format from the dropdown. The conversion happens instantly.
Download
Save your converted image and use it anywhere — no upload, no account.
Why choose this PNG to WEBP converter?
High-quality output
Re-encodes at 92% quality, so the converted image looks identical to the original.
Instant conversion
Your file is converted the moment you choose it — no waiting.
Private by Design
Images never leave your device — processed 100% in your browser.
100% Free
No signup, no watermarks, no limits. Use it as much as you need.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is WEBP?
WEBP is a modern web format that compresses photos 25–35% smaller than JPG while keeping quality.
What is PNG?
PNG is a lossless format that preserves every pixel and supports full transparency.
Is WEBP better than PNG?
It depends on the job. WEBP wins on file size and modern web use, while PNG wins on compatibility with older software. This page exists so you can convert between the two depending on where the image needs to go.
How do I convert PNG to WEBP?
Drag and drop your PNG file or click "Choose Image". The tool converts it to WEBP instantly in your browser. Click Download to save the result.
What is the difference between PNG and WEBP?
PNG is a lossless format that supports transparency, which makes it ideal for logos, icons and graphics. WEBP is a modern web format that compresses photos 25-35% smaller than JPG while keeping quality. The main differences are file size, compression and whether transparency is supported.
Will the conversion reduce quality?
The tool re-encodes at a high quality setting (92%), so visual quality stays excellent. If the output is a photo format like JPG, tiny differences from re-encoding are usually invisible.
Is my image uploaded during conversion?
No. Conversion happens entirely in your browser using the HTML5 canvas API. Your file never leaves your device.
Can I convert on my phone?
Yes — the converter is fully responsive and works in any modern mobile browser with no app or signup.