WebP vs JPG: which one should you use?
A simple rule: use WebP for smaller files, use JPG for maximum compatibility.
WebP
- Usually smaller file size for photos.
- Supports transparency (useful for UI assets).
- Great default for modern websites.
JPG
- Widely supported everywhere.
- Great for photos, but no transparency.
- Use 80–90% quality for a good balance.
Practical recommendation
If you’re compressing photos for the web, try WebP at 80% quality first. If a platform doesn’t accept WebP, switch to JPG at 85–90%.