Why is my TIFF file so much bigger than a JPG?

TIFF is usually uncompressed or losslessly compressed and is used for scans and print-quality photos, so it keeps every pixel at full fidelity. Converting to JPG applies efficient lossy compression and can shrink the file 10× or more — the difference between a file too large to email and one that attaches in seconds.

Will I lose quality converting TIFF to JPG?

JPG is lossy, so some data is discarded, but at high quality settings the loss is invisible for screen viewing, email and the web. For a scanned document or a photo you are sharing online the result looks identical; only extreme enlargement or repeated re-saving would reveal any difference.

Will a multi-page TIFF convert correctly?

Yes. Because JPG has no concept of multiple pages, each page in the TIFF is exported as its own separate JPG — so a five-page scanned TIFF becomes five JPG files. If you need those pages in one document afterwards, convert the TIFF to PDF instead, which keeps them together.

Can I convert a stack of TIFF scans to JPG in one go?

Yes. Drop the whole set in together and they convert as a single batch with no file-count limit — the fast way to turn a folder of archived scans or shoot exports into lightweight JPGs ready for email, a web gallery or a shared drive, without exporting each one by hand.

Is JPG a good format for scanned documents?

For sharing and viewing, yes — a TIFF scan becomes far smaller and opens on any device. For text-heavy scans use a high quality setting so small letters stay legible, since aggressive JPG compression can blur fine type. If the scan must stay perfectly sharp for archiving or OCR, keep the original TIFF as the master.

Will the colours shift when I convert a print TIFF to JPG?

They can. Print TIFFs are sometimes saved in CMYK colour, while JPG for screen use is RGB, so the converter maps CMYK to RGB and some print-specific colours may look slightly different on screen. For web and email that is normal and expected; for professional print output, keep the CMYK TIFF.

Should I keep the original TIFF after converting to JPG?

Yes, if the images matter. JPG is perfect for sharing but discards data every time it is saved, so the TIFF remains your lossless master for future edits, reprints or high-resolution use. Convert to JPG for distribution, but archive the TIFF so you never have to re-scan or lose the full-quality original.

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How to convert TIFF to JPG

Click "Choose Files" and select your TIFF file, or drag & drop it onto the page.
Make sure JPG is selected as the target format.
Click "Convert" and wait a few seconds.
Download your new JPG file.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is my TIFF file so much bigger than a JPG?: TIFF is usually uncompressed or losslessly compressed and is used for scans and print-quality photos, so it keeps every pixel at full fidelity. Converting to JPG applies efficient lossy compression and can shrink the file 10× or more — the difference between a file too large to email and one that attaches in seconds.
Will I lose quality converting TIFF to JPG?: JPG is lossy, so some data is discarded, but at high quality settings the loss is invisible for screen viewing, email and the web. For a scanned document or a photo you are sharing online the result looks identical; only extreme enlargement or repeated re-saving would reveal any difference.
Will a multi-page TIFF convert correctly?: Yes. Because JPG has no concept of multiple pages, each page in the TIFF is exported as its own separate JPG — so a five-page scanned TIFF becomes five JPG files. If you need those pages in one document afterwards, convert the TIFF to PDF instead, which keeps them together.
Can I convert a stack of TIFF scans to JPG in one go?: Yes. Drop the whole set in together and they convert as a single batch with no file-count limit — the fast way to turn a folder of archived scans or shoot exports into lightweight JPGs ready for email, a web gallery or a shared drive, without exporting each one by hand.
Is JPG a good format for scanned documents?: For sharing and viewing, yes — a TIFF scan becomes far smaller and opens on any device. For text-heavy scans use a high quality setting so small letters stay legible, since aggressive JPG compression can blur fine type. If the scan must stay perfectly sharp for archiving or OCR, keep the original TIFF as the master.
Will the colours shift when I convert a print TIFF to JPG?: They can. Print TIFFs are sometimes saved in CMYK colour, while JPG for screen use is RGB, so the converter maps CMYK to RGB and some print-specific colours may look slightly different on screen. For web and email that is normal and expected; for professional print output, keep the CMYK TIFF.
Should I keep the original TIFF after converting to JPG?: Yes, if the images matter. JPG is perfect for sharing but discards data every time it is saved, so the TIFF remains your lossless master for future edits, reprints or high-resolution use. Convert to JPG for distribution, but archive the TIFF so you never have to re-scan or lose the full-quality original.

About TIFF and JPG

Key things to know before you convert TIFF to JPG:

TIFF

TIFF is the print and scanning industry format: lossless, multi-page, with deep color support. Files are large; for screen use convert to JPG or PNG.

JPG

JPG (JPEG) has been the default photo format since 1992. Lossy compression keeps photographs small, and literally every device and program can open it. It does not support transparency or animation, and every re-save loses a little quality.

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