Convert WebP images to PNG format instantly.
Convert WebP images to universal PNG format instantly for broader compatibility. WebP is a modern image format developed by Google with superior compression, but not all platforms support it yet. This tool preserves transparency and image quality while converting to the universally compatible PNG format, perfect for ensuring your images work everywhere.
WebP is a modern image format offering better compression than PNG and JPG, while PNG is universal and universally supported. Key differences include:
Older Browsers: Internet Explorer and older versions of other browsers don't support WebP. Users on these systems need PNG.
Legacy Systems: Old software, embedded systems, and some enterprise applications only recognize standard formats like PNG.
Email Clients: Some email clients have limited WebP support. PNG is more reliable for email content.
Archive/Backup: For long-term archival, PNG is safer choice than newer format that may become obsolete.
Cross-platform Distribution: When you need to guarantee compatibility across Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, and Android.
| Feature | WebP | PNG |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Excellent (25-35% smaller) | Good (lossless) |
| Transparency | Yes (full RGBA) | Yes (full RGBA) |
| Browser Support | Modern browsers only | All browsers |
| Quality Loss | None (lossless mode) | None (lossless) |
| Animation | Yes (animated WebP) | Yes (animated GIF-like) |
| File Size | Smallest | Larger than WebP |
| Age | 2010+ (modern) | 1996+ (universal) |
Maximum Compatibility: PNG works on every device, system, and platform. No compatibility concerns when using PNG.
Email Distribution: Many email clients don't support WebP reliably. PNG ensures your images display correctly in all email contexts.
Legacy Support: Older systems, software, and embedded devices may not recognize WebP. PNG ensures widest possible compatibility.
Archival: For long-term storage and archival, PNG is more standardized and likely to remain supported.
Corporate Systems: Enterprise and government systems often restrict to standard formats. PNG is universally trusted.
Modern Browser Support: Chrome (2010+), Firefox (2013+), Safari (2022+), Edge, Opera support WebP. Internet Explorer does not.
Adoption Rate: WebP adoption increasing in web but PNG remains more universally supported across all platforms.
Recommendation: For public/distribution use, PNG remains safer. WebP excellent for web where you control browser environment.
WebP and PNG both use lossless compression, so no quality loss occurs during conversion. All image data, colors, and transparency are perfectly preserved. The conversion is transparent - resulting PNG looks identical to original WebP.
Typically 20-30% larger. WebP's compression is superior, so PNG equivalent will be somewhat bigger. However, both are modern formats and PNG size remains reasonable for web and email use.
No. Both formats use lossless compression, so quality is perfectly preserved. Conversion is purely format change without any data loss. Your PNG will look identical to the original WebP.
Use PNG when: distributing to unknown audiences, sending via email, targeting legacy systems, archiving long-term, ensuring maximum compatibility. Use WebP for: web where browser is controlled, mobile apps, when file size critical.
Yes. PNG can be converted back to WebP if needed for web optimization. You'll maintain quality either direction since both are lossless formats.