JPG vs WebP — which for websites?
WebP is smaller than JPG — but should you drop JPG?
JPG
Dominant photo format — works everywhere.
Lossy DCT compression — small files, no transparency.
Supported by every browser and app.
WebP
25–35% smaller than JPG at the same quality.
Supports transparency and animation.
Supported by Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari 14+.
Verdict — which to choose?
For modern websites: WebP (with JPG fallback). For max compatibility and email: JPG. For logos with transparency: PNG/WebP, not JPG.
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