To convert WebP to PNG, drop the WebP file in and click Convert to PNG. You get a PNG that opens in almost any app, with any transparent background kept intact. It runs in your browser, so nothing is uploaded.
What is a WebP file, and why won't it open?
WebP is an image format from Google that makes smaller files than JPG or PNG and supports transparency. Websites use it a lot, so saving a picture from the web often gives you a .webp file.
Modern browsers show WebP without trouble, but some editors, older versions of Photoshop, print services, and upload forms still don't accept it. That's when you convert.
How to convert WebP to PNG
- Click Select File, or drag your WebP image into the drop zone.
- Click Convert to PNG.
- Check the preview, then click Download to save the PNG.
Why choose PNG over JPG
PNG is lossless and supports transparency, so a WebP logo or cutout keeps its see-through background. JPG would fill it with white. PNG also doesn't add compression each time you edit and save.
The trade-off is size. A PNG is usually noticeably bigger than the WebP it came from, and that's normal. If you don't need transparency and want a smaller file, use WebP to JPG instead.
Tips and common problems
- The PNG is too big. Shrink it with Image Compressor, which keeps PNG and its transparency.
- You want WebP again later. PNG to WebP converts back and keeps transparency.
- The site still rejects the file. Some upload forms want JPG, so try WebP to JPG.
- An animated WebP becomes a single still image.
For the full story on why sites turn WebP away, read why some websites reject WebP images.
WebP or PNG: a quick comparison
- WebP files are usually much smaller, and can be lossy or lossless.
- PNG files are always lossless and always keep transparency, but they're bigger.
- Convert to PNG when an app can't open WebP, or when you plan to edit the picture and want no extra compression.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert a WebP image to PNG for free?
Drop it into this page, click Convert to PNG, and download the file. It's free, with no sign-up and no watermark.
Does the PNG keep the transparent background?
Yes. PNG supports transparency, so anything see-through in the WebP stays see-through.
Why is my PNG bigger than the original WebP?
WebP compresses more efficiently than PNG, so a larger file is expected. It's not a sign that anything went wrong.
Will I lose quality?
No new quality is lost when saving as PNG. The picture will look just like the WebP you started with.
Does it work on my phone?
Yes. It runs in any modern mobile browser, so no app is required.
Is my image uploaded?
No. The conversion happens on your device and the file never reaches a server.