BMP to JPG Converter
Choose BMP files to save them as compact JPG images. No upload, no signup.
Drop BMP files here
or paste from your clipboard
Nothing is uploaded. Files stay on your device. Up to 200 MB each.
Options
- No upload Files stay on your device
- No account No signup, no watermark
- Free No usage limits
How to use this converter
- Add your BMP files by dragging them onto the box or choosing them from your device.
- Adjust the options if you want to, then choose Convert.
- Download each JPG file, or use the ZIP button to get several at once.
Why convert BMP to JPG
BMP files are usually stored without compression, so they take a lot of disk space. Converting a photo-like BMP to JPG usually shrinks it dramatically.
Typical situations
- Shrinking old bitmap images from legacy software
- Making a photo saved as BMP small enough to email
- Converting screenshots saved by older programs
What to watch for
JPG is lossy, so very sharp graphics such as screenshots of text can look slightly less crisp. For those, converting BMP to PNG keeps everything while still reducing size.
Tips for better results
- A 24 bit BMP of 1920 by 1080 pixels is about 6.2 MB before conversion, since it stores three bytes per pixel.
- For screenshots with text, BMP to PNG keeps edges sharper than JPG.
- Quality 85 to 90 is usually a good balance for photographs.
BMP and JPG compared
| Feature | BMP | JPG |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | BMP (Windows Bitmap) | JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) |
| Introduced | 1990 | 1992 |
| Compression | Usually uncompressed | Lossy |
| Transparency | Not supported | Not supported |
| Best for | Simple raw bitmaps, mostly legacy software | Photographs and images shared by email, chat or upload forms |
| Compatibility | Opens in most programs, but files are large | Opens in practically every browser, phone, editor and operating system |
Frequently asked questions
Why are BMP files so large?
BMP normally stores color values for each pixel without compression, so file size grows directly with image dimensions.
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. The conversion runs in your browser using your own device, so the files are not sent to Convert In Place or anyone else. See how it works for a way to check this yourself.
Is there a limit on file size or number of files?
You can use it as often as you like. One batch holds up to 200 files, and each file can be up to 200 MB. Large files and long batches depend on the memory of your device, and phones handle less than computers.
Related converters
- BMP to PNG ConverterDrop BMP images to get PNG files.
- TIFF to JPG ConverterDrop TIFF files to produce JPG images that are easy to share.
- PNG to JPG ConverterAdd PNG files and download smaller JPG versions.
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Last reviewed October 2026. Conversion uses open source libraries running in your browser, listed on the how it works page. Convert In Place is not affiliated with Apple, Google, Adobe or any format owner.