Check color shifts when moving images between formats, apps, and devices.

Images can look different after conversion because of color profiles, transparency, or how an app interprets color data. A file that looks bright in one viewer may appear duller in another, especially if the workflow mixes wide-gamut and standard color spaces.

How to approach it

Keep a source copy, use a color-managed editor when color accuracy matters, and compare the output in a reliable viewer. For ordinary web images, check the exported file in a browser as well. Do not assume that changing the file extension converts the image correctly; use an actual format conversion.

Checks before you share

Keep an untouched source file, inspect the exported copy at full size, and confirm that the result suits its intended use. If the image contains private information, check the entire frame and its metadata before publishing.

Frequently asked question

Why do colors change after export?

Color profiles and application settings can affect how color values are interpreted.

For a practical next step, try the JPG to WebP. You can also use the Image Compressor for a related image task.