RAW to JPG

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

Drop files here, or press Enter to choose them. Up to 50 MB per file.
Drop a RAW 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 RAW file on the orange block above, or press “Choose RAW”.

  2. Step 2:

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

  3. Step 3:

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

How RAW to JPG conversion works

RAW file (RAW) stores data in the RAW format. JPEG Image (JPG) uses lossy DCT compression that permanently discards fine pixel detail to achieve small file sizes, ideal for photographs. This conversion changes the file's encoding, compression method, and supported feature set. Some pixel detail is discarded by the target's lossy encoder; quality is configurable via the compression setting. The result is a standard JPG file readable by any compatible application. 1converter handles RAW-to-JPG 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 RAW → JPG

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 JPG file is good for and why people convert to it.

  • Much smaller JPG files than RAW, reducing upload and email time
  • Immediate browser and app compatibility without needing a RAW decoder
  • Send photos to clients quickly when RAW delivery isn’t required
  • Upload camera images to websites that only accept JPG

Where your file goes

  • It travels to our server over an encrypted HTTPS connection and is converted there.
  • The JPG 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 RAW to JPG.

Ask supportAll questions
Will JPG preserve the full editing flexibility of a RAW file?
No—JPG is processed and compressed, so it has less latitude for deep exposure and color recovery than RAW’s sensor data.
How does converting RAW to JPG affect file size?
JPG uses lossy compression, so it typically becomes dramatically smaller than the original RAW while keeping visually similar detail at higher quality settings.
Does JPG keep my RAW metadata and camera settings?
JPG can retain some EXIF metadata (like camera model, exposure, and timestamps), but it won’t include RAW-specific information such as the original sensor data.
Is the converted JPG ready for viewing on any device?
Yes—JPG is universally supported by web browsers, image viewers, and most editing apps, unlike RAW which often requires a RAW-capable program.

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Many files at once? Starter converts 5 at a time, 100 a day.

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