Printers, publishers and archives sometimes ask for TIFF files. If all you have is a JPG, this JPG to TIFF converter creates a TIFF in your browser so you can meet the requirement.
Convert JPG to TIFF
Add your JPG files, check the settings and download them as TIFF. Batch conversion, no sign-up and no watermark.
Why a print shop wants TIFF
TIFF is a lossless format commonly used in prepress and archives. Publishers like it because saving does not add more compression, and it supports high color depth. If you were told to send TIFF, check whether they also accept high quality JPG or PNG, since many shops do.
Convert JPG to TIFF
- Add your JPG files with drag and drop or “Choose files”.
- Select TIFF under “Convert to”.
- Optionally set “Max width (optional)”.
- Download each TIFF or all through “Download all (ZIP)”.
Manage expectations
Converting JPG to TIFF does not restore detail removed by JPG compression. The TIFF will look the same as the JPG, but it will be much larger. Its benefit is that further editing and saving will not lose any more quality.
| Feature | JPG | TIFF |
|---|---|---|
| File size | Small | Very large |
| Quality | Lossy | Lossless |
| Transparency | Not supported | Supported |
| Animation | Not supported | Multi-page, not animated |
| Compatibility | Almost everything | Print, scanners, archives |
| Best for | Sharing | Print and archiving |
Tips for print files
- Start from the highest resolution JPG available.
- Check the required resolution and color mode with the printer.
- Keep the original JPG.
- Expect large downloads for big images.
Troubleshooting
The TIFF is huge
That is normal. Reduce size with “Max width (optional)” if the printer allows.
The printer asks for CMYK
This tool does not change color mode. Convert to CMYK in a design tool if required.
Low resolution warning
Converting cannot add pixels. Use a larger original.
Private
Files are converted in your browser and not uploaded. No account and no watermark.
Does JPG to TIFF improve quality?
No. It only stops additional loss in later edits.
Why is the TIFF so big?
TIFF uses little or no lossy compression.
Can printers accept JPG instead?
Many can, but follow the requirements you were given.
Does the tool convert to CMYK?
No. It does not change the color mode.
Is it free?
Yes, with no sign-up and no watermark.
Related converters
See PNG to TIFF, TIFF to JPG, JPG to PNG and the main image converter.