TIFF to JPG Converter
Convert TIFF images to JPG online for free. Shrink massive TIFF files to web-friendly JPEG. Up to 50 MB.
Drop your TIFF file hereTap to choose your TIFF file
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Also supports PNG, WebP, BMP, GIF, HEIC, AVIF, PSD • Max 50 MB
How to Convert TIFF to JPG
Upload
Drag and drop your TIFF image into the converter above, or click Choose TIFF File to browse your device.
Convert
Click Convert to JPG. Our server converts your image in seconds with optimized quality settings.
Download
Click Download JPG to save the converted file. That's it — no registration, no email required.
Convert TIFF to JPG on Any Device
On Windows 10/11
TIFF files from scanners, print shops, and professional cameras are common on Windows but can be difficult to share. While Microsoft Paint can open some TIFF files via File > Save As, it does not support multi-page TIFFs, CMYK color space, or 16-bit images — all of which are common in professional workflows. Windows Photo Viewer handles basic TIFF viewing but offers no export options. A web-based converter handles all TIFF variants reliably and produces optimized JPG output without installing any software.
On Mac
Preview on Mac can open TIFF files and export them as JPG through File > Export, which works well for individual files. However, batch converting multiple TIFFs requires Automator or Terminal commands. Professional users working with CMYK TIFFs from print workflows may find that Preview's RGB conversion produces unexpected color shifts. An online converter handles CMYK-to-RGB conversion cleanly and processes any TIFF regardless of bit depth or compression method.
On iPhone / iPad
iOS has limited TIFF support. The Photos app cannot display TIFF files, and most third-party gallery apps ignore them. If you receive a TIFF image via email or download one from a cloud service, you cannot view or share it directly. Opening this converter in Safari lets you upload the TIFF file, convert it to a compact JPG, and save or share the result through the standard iOS share sheet.
On Android
Android's default gallery app does not support TIFF files. If you download a TIFF from email, a scanner app, or a file-sharing service, it will show as an unsupported file type. Installing specialized image viewer apps is possible but unnecessary for occasional conversions. A browser-based converter works on any Android device — upload the TIFF from your file manager and download a JPG that works everywhere.
What is TIFF?
TIFF (Tagged Image File Format) is a flexible image format designed for professional imaging and print. Developed by Aldus (later Adobe) in 1986, TIFF supports lossless compression, multiple layers, CMYK color space, 16-bit and 32-bit color depth, and multi-page documents — features that make it the standard in printing, scanning, medical imaging, and GIS mapping.
TIFF files are significantly larger than web formats. An uncompressed TIFF of a 24-megapixel photo can be 70–140 MB. Even with LZW lossless compression, TIFF files are typically 20–50 MB per image. This makes TIFF impractical for web use, email, or social media, but ideal for archival and professional print production where quality cannot be compromised.
How to Open TIFF Files
On Windows, Windows Photo Viewer and the Photos app can display most RGB TIFF files, though CMYK TIFFs may not render correctly. IrfanView and GIMP handle all TIFF variants. On Mac, Preview opens TIFF files natively and supports multi-page TIFFs. On iPhone and Android, native TIFF support is limited — most users need to convert to JPG or PNG first. Professional tools like Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and Affinity Photo provide full TIFF support with CMYK, layers, and metadata preservation.
What is JPG?
JPG (also called JPEG) is the most widely used image format for photographs and web images. It uses lossy compression with adjustable quality, allowing you to balance visual quality against file size. JPG does not support transparency, layers, or CMYK color space.
JPG excels at compressing photographs and complex images with smooth color gradients. At quality settings of 85–95%, the visual difference from the original is negligible, while the file is dramatically smaller. JPG is the standard format for digital cameras, email attachments, social media uploads, and web pages. Its universal compatibility means every device, browser, and application can display JPG images without issues.
How to Open JPG Files
JPG has truly universal support. On Windows, the Photos app, Paint, and IrfanView all open JPG files. On Mac, Preview and Photos handle JPG natively. On iPhone and Android, JPG is the native photo format — every gallery app and camera app works with it. On Linux, Eye of GNOME, GIMP, and Shotwell all support JPG. Every web browser, email client, and social media platform displays JPG images natively.
TIFF vs JPG: Quick Comparison
| Feature | TIFF | JPG |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossless (LZW, ZIP) or none | Lossy |
| Typical file size | 20 – 200 MB | 100 KB – 5 MB |
| Color space | RGB, CMYK, Lab, Grayscale | RGB only |
| Color depth | Up to 32-bit per channel | 8-bit per channel (24-bit total) |
| Transparency | Yes (alpha channel) | No |
| Layers | Yes | No |
| Multi-page | Yes | No |
| Best for | Print, archival, scanning | Web, email, social media |
| Web browser support | Limited (Safari only) | Universal |
| Email attachment | Usually too large | Compact |
Why Convert TIFF to JPG?
Dramatically smaller files
TIFF files are enormous — a single uncompressed image can be 50–200 MB. Converting to JPG reduces file size by 90–98%, making a 50 MB TIFF into a 2–5 MB JPG. This makes sharing, uploading, and storing images practical.
Universal compatibility
TIFF support is limited outside professional tools. Most web browsers (except Safari) cannot display TIFF images. Social media platforms, email clients, and mobile devices have inconsistent TIFF support. JPG works everywhere — every device, browser, and application handles it natively.
Web and email ready
TIFF files are impractical for the web. They take too long to download, cannot be displayed inline in most browsers, and far exceed email attachment limits. JPG is the standard for web images, loading quickly and displaying reliably across all platforms.
Sharing scans and documents
Scanners often save documents as TIFF for maximum quality. When you need to email a scanned document, share it via messaging apps, or upload it to a web form, converting to JPG makes the file small enough to send and viewable on any device without specialized software.