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Convert WebP to JPG on Mac
Works in Safari on any Mac — no software to install. Also covers the built-in Preview app and Terminal one-liners.
Drop your WebP files here
or click to browse — multiple files supported
Your files never leave your device
4 ways to convert WebP to JPG on Mac
Use PixConvert in Safari (recommended)
Drag your .webp file into the converter above or click to choose from Finder. Conversion is instant and files never leave your Mac.
✓ Free · ✓ No install · ✓ Drag & drop from Finder · ✓ Batch supported
Preview app (built-in, one file at a time)
- 1.Double-click the .webp file — it opens in Preview
- 2.Go to File → Export…
- 3.Change the Format dropdown to JPEG
- 4.Adjust Quality if needed, then click Save
Terminal — sips (batch, no install)
sips is built into every Mac. Perfect for batch converting a folder.
# Convert a single file
sips -s format jpeg photo.webp --out photo.jpg
# Batch convert all .webp in current folder
for f in *.webp; do
sips -s format jpeg "$f" --out "${f%.webp}.jpg"
doneAutomator workflow (batch, no Terminal)
Create a right-click Quick Action in Automator to convert WebP files from Finder.
- 1.Open Automator → New → Quick Action
- 2.Set "Workflow receives" to image files in Finder
- 3.Add action: Change Type of Images → JPEG
- 4.Save — now right-click any .webp → Quick Actions → your workflow
Frequently Asked Questions
Can macOS Preview app convert WebP to JPG?
Yes. Open the WebP file in Preview, then go to File → Export, choose JPEG from the format dropdown, and save. Preview comes with every Mac and requires no install.
How do I batch convert WebP to JPG on Mac using Terminal?
macOS includes "sips" (scriptable image processing system) built-in. Run: for f in *.webp; do sips -s format jpeg "$f" --out "${f%.webp}.jpg"; done — this converts all .webp files in the current folder.
Does macOS support WebP natively?
Yes, macOS 11 (Big Sur) and later support WebP natively in Preview, Safari, and Quick Look. Older macOS versions may need a third-party viewer.
Why does the WebP file look different after converting to JPG on Mac?
If the original WebP has a transparent background, it will appear white in the JPG (JPG does not support transparency). This is expected behavior. Use our converter or export to PNG instead if you need transparency preserved.