How to Convert BMP to JPG on Mac
BMP is Windows' old uncompressed bitmap format. Drop your BMP file into the converter below and it becomes a JPG straight away, right on your Mac – nothing is uploaded.
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Step by step: Convert BMP to JPG on Mac
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Open this page in Safari, Chrome or Firefox on your Mac.
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Drag the file from Finder onto the box above, or click the box to choose it.
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The JPG is made as soon as the file is added. Adjust Quality if you want a smaller file.
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Click Download. The file is saved to your Downloads folder (Finder › Downloads, or the dock).
What changes when you convert BMP to JPG
- JPG is lossy. The Quality slider starts at 90%, which looks the same as the original for nearly every photo; lower it for a smaller file and the preview shows the new size before you download.
- BMP files are uncompressed, so the JPG will usually be a fraction of the size.
About BMP and JPG
- BMP is Windows' old uncompressed bitmap format. Files are very large for their size in pixels, and most websites, chat apps and phones won't accept them.
- JPG (also written JPEG) is the most widely supported photo format. Its lossy compression keeps photos small, but it has no transparency and loses a little detail every time it's re-saved.
Tips for Mac
- macOS has a built-in option too: select images in Finder, right-click › Quick Actions › Convert Image (macOS 12 or later) converts to JPEG, PNG or HEIF. It can't make WebP, and it has no quality preview.
- Works on Apple silicon and Intel Macs alike – nothing to download from the App Store.
BMP vs JPG
| BMP | JPG | |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Usually none | Lossy, adjustable quality |
| Transparency | Rarely supported | No – transparent areas become a solid colour |
| Animation | No | No |
| Best for | Legacy Windows software | Photos you want to share, email or upload anywhere |
| Support | Windows; limited elsewhere | Universal |
Frequently asked questions
Will I lose quality converting BMP to JPG?
At the default 90% quality the difference is practically invisible. JPG is lossy, so very low quality settings will show blur or blocky edges.
Can I convert several BMP files at once?
Yes. Add as many as you like; each converts on its own, and Download all saves them in one ZIP.
Are my photos uploaded to a server?
No. The conversion runs in your browser using your device's own processor, so your photos never leave your device. You can even disconnect from the internet once the page has loaded.
Where does the converted file go on my Mac?
Click Download. The file is saved to your Downloads folder (Finder › Downloads, or the dock).
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