JPG to AVIF

Upload a JPG file and download it as AVIF. Free to start.

Drop files here, or press Enter to choose them. Up to 50 MB per file.
Drop a JPG file hereFree · up to 50 MB · 10 operations in total without an account · or paste with Ctrl+V
  • Sent over HTTPS · link expires in 24 h

How it works

  1. Step 1:

    Drop the JPG file on the orange block above, or press “Choose JPG”.

  2. Step 2:

    Press “Convert to AVIF”. The block shows the progress while the server converts the file.

  3. Step 3:

    Press “Download” to save the AVIF file. On Free the link works for 24 hours.

How JPG to AVIF conversion works

JPEG Image (JPG) uses lossy DCT compression that permanently discards fine pixel detail to achieve small file sizes, ideal for photographs. AV1 Image File Format (AVIF) applies AV1 intra-frame compression, which usually yields smaller files than JPEG at similar quality, with wide colour gamut support. This conversion changes the file's encoding, compression method, and supported feature set. Colour profiles and orientation metadata are preserved in the output. The result is a standard AVIF file readable by any compatible application. 1converter handles JPG-to-AVIF conversion server-side: files are uploaded over HTTPS, processed on isolated cloud infrastructure, and the converted output is available for download for 24 hours before automatic deletion. No account is required for standard conversions.

Sources and specifications

Quality levels for JPG → AVIF

LevelFile sizeSpeed
Low qualitySmallest file, basic qualityVery smallVery fast
Medium qualityRecommendedBalanced size and qualityMediumFast
High qualityLarger file, great qualityLargeModerate
Maximum qualityLargest file, best possible qualityVery largeSlow

Image Tip: For photos, Medium quality offers the best balance. For graphics with text or sharp edges, use High or Maximum quality to preserve clarity.

When to convert

What the AVIF file is good for and why people convert to it.

  • Often reduces file size substantially versus JPG using AV1/AVIF encoding
  • Better compression at similar perceived quality for photos and gradients
  • Shrink a photo gallery’s images for faster page loads and bandwidth savings
  • Convert screenshots or product shots to AVIF for responsive web delivery

Where your file goes

  • It travels to our server over an encrypted HTTPS connection and is converted there.
  • The AVIF file comes back as a private link. It stops working after 24 hours on Free and 7 days on paid plans, and then the files are deleted.
  • Want the file to stay on your device? Private Mode converts images right in the browser. Open Private Mode

Questions and answers

What people ask before converting JPG to AVIF.

Will converting JPG to AVIF improve image quality?
AVIF can look better at the same size because its modern codec compresses more efficiently, but it can’t recover detail lost by prior JPG compression. If you used high-quality source JPGs, AVIF will typically preserve details very well.
How does AVIF size compare to JPG?
AVIF frequently produces smaller files than JPG for the same visual quality, especially for photos, gradients, and complex textures. Exact savings depend on the content and chosen AVIF quality settings.
Is AVIF compatible with all browsers and apps?
AVIF is widely supported in modern browsers, but not all older software supports it. For maximum compatibility, you may need a fallback to JPG in environments that lack AVIF decoding.
Does AVIF support transparency like some image formats?
Yes—unlike JPG, which has no alpha channel, AVIF can include transparency (alpha) when the source or conversion settings provide it. If your JPG is opaque, the result will typically remain opaque.

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