Image File Formats

Website images are saved in formats that handle compression, transparency, detail, and scaling differently. JPEG is commonly used for photographs, PNG can preserve sharp details and transparency, SVG works well for suitable vector graphics such as icons, and WebP supports efficient web delivery in many situations. A landscaping portfolio photograph has different needs from a crisp company logo. Choosing a format also depends on browser support, animation requirements, editing workflow, and how an image will be displayed. No single format is best for every asset. File format selection is only part of image performance; dimensions, compression, responsive delivery, and accessible descriptions deserve separate attention.