Use WebP for Lighter Web Graphics
Converting PNG files to WebP can reduce the size of web graphics while still supporting modern browser features, making it useful for site assets and online publishing.
Reduce Heavy PNG Assets
Large PNG files can slow down image-heavy pages. WebP can be useful for product graphics, illustrations and other assets where reducing transfer size matters.
Transparency Can Be Preserved
Unlike JPG, WebP can support transparency. This makes it suitable for many PNG graphics that need transparent backgrounds while also aiming for a smaller file.
When PNG Is Still the Better Choice
PNG can still be preferable for editing workflows, lossless archival copies or applications that specifically require PNG. WebP is most useful when optimizing images for modern web use.