WebP
WebP Format
Web Picture Format
WebP is Google's modern image format supporting both lossy and lossless compression, transparency, and animation — typically 25–35% smaller than equivalent PNG or JPG.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| File Extension | .webp |
| MIME Type | image/webp |
| Category | image |
| Transparency | ✓ Supported |
| Animation | ✓ Supported |
| Lossy Compression | ✓ Yes |
| Lossless Compression | ✓ Yes |
| Vector-based | ✗ No |
| Browser Support | Chrome, Firefox, Safari 14+, Edge |
| Best For | Web images, replacing PNG/JPG for smaller file sizes |