TIFF to JPG Converter
Convert TIFF images to JPG to reduce large file sizes
What is TIFF to JPG conversion?
TIFF is a high-quality, lossless format used in professional photography, scanning, and print workflows. Converting to JPG dramatically reduces file size, making images practical for web use, email, and sharing without specialist software.
Why convert TIFF to JPG?
- TIFF files can be hundreds of megabytes - JPG is typically 95% smaller
- JPG is universally supported, TIFF requires specialist software to view
- Sharing scanned documents and photos via email or messaging requires smaller files
- Web and mobile apps cannot display TIFF files directly
What is the difference between TIFF and JPG?
The table below compares TIFF vs JPG across key format characteristics.
| Feature | TIFF | JPG |
|---|---|---|
| File extension | .tif | .jpg |
| Compression type | Lossless | Lossy |
| Transparency support | Yes (alpha) | No |
| Animation support | No | No |
| File size | Very large | Smaller |
| Best use case | Print, archival | Photographs |
| Browser support | Limited | Universal |
Choose TIFF for print, archival. Choose JPG for photographs.
How to convert TIFF to JPG
Upload your TIFF image
Click the upload area above or drag and drop your TIFF file onto the converter.
Click "Convert to JPG"
The conversion runs instantly in the cloud at high quality. No software installation required.
Download your JPG file
Click the Download button to save your converted JPG image directly to your device.
Frequently asked questions
Will I lose quality converting TIFF to JPG?
Some quality is lost as JPG is a lossy format. For display and sharing purposes, the difference is imperceptible. If you need a lossless copy, convert to PNG instead.
What is TIFF typically used for?
Professional photography, medical imaging, document scanning, and print production. It preserves every pixel without compression, resulting in very large files.
Can I convert multi-page TIFF files?
This tool converts single-image TIFF files. Multi-page TIFFs (often used for scanned documents) should be split into individual pages first.
What is the main difference between TIFF and JPG?
TIFF is a lossless format producing very large files, ideal for print and archival work. JPG uses lossy compression for much smaller files suitable for everyday sharing.