JPG to BMP Converter
Turn JPG images into BMP files for older software and devices.
Convert JPG and JPEG images to BMP bitmaps in seconds. Add up to 50 files, convert them in your browser and download BMPs one by one or as a ZIP. Made for older programs, devices and projects that only accept BMP. Free, private, with no sign-up and no upload.
No Hidden Fees Ever
For Older Software and Devices
Files Stay in Your Browser
Up to 50 Images at Once
Drop JPG files here or browse
JPG files, up to 50 files, 100 MB each. You can also paste with Ctrl+V.
Private by design: your images are processed in your browser and never uploaded. Protected by Cloudflare Turnstile.
Why Convert JPG to BMP?
JPG to BMP conversion turns a JPG image into an uncompressed BMP (bitmap) file. Do it when older software, a device or a technical project requires BMP. The BMP will look the same as the JPG, but the file will be much larger, so use it only when BMP is specifically needed.
BMP (bitmap) is one of the oldest image formats on Windows.
It stores a picture pixel by pixel, usually with no compression, which makes it simple for software to read. That simplicity is why some programs and devices still ask for it, even though JPG is far more common today.
Common reasons to convert JPG to BMP:
- An older Windows program or tool only opens BMP files.
- A device, display, printer or piece of equipment needs a BMP image.
- A school, lab or hobby project (such as microcontroller or embedded work) reads raw bitmap data.
- You are preparing assets for retro software, games or custom tools that expect BMP.
- A form or system specifically lists BMP as the accepted image type.
JPG vs BMP at a glance:
| JPG | BMP | |
|---|---|---|
| Typical file size | Small | Very large (usually uncompressed) |
| Compression | Lossy | Usually none |
| Compatibility | Almost every device, browser and app | Windows and legacy software, limited on the web |
| Transparency | No | Rarely supported |
| Best for | Photos, sharing, email, web | Legacy software, devices, raw pixel work |
Good to know:
- The file gets much bigger. Because BMP is usually uncompressed, the BMP can be many times larger than the JPG. That is normal. Don't use BMP for email, websites or storage if JPG or PNG would work.
- Quality is not improved. Converting a JPG to BMP doesn't bring back detail lost when the JPG was compressed. The BMP simply stores the picture as it appears, without further compression loss.
- Check what your software needs. Some programs expect a specific size or colour setup. If yours does, resize the image first with Teasoft's Image Resizer.
What You Can Do With This Converter
- Convert JPG and JPEG to BMP. Both file extensions (.jpg and .jpeg) are accepted, up to 100 MB each.
- Convert in bulk. Add up to 50 JPG files at once and download them all as one ZIP.
- Nothing to set. No settings to get wrong. Add your files and click Convert to BMP.
- Private by design. Images are processed in your browser and never uploaded to a server.
- Add images your way. Drag and drop, browse, or copy an image and press Ctrl+V to paste it.
- No sign-up, no watermark, no fees.
- Works on any device. Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone, in any modern browser.
Which Image Tool Should I Use?
Pick the format your next step needs. BMP is for older software and devices that require it. For sharing and uploads, JPG or PNG is almost always the better choice.
How to Convert JPG to BMP (3 Steps)
Add your JPG images
Drag and drop your files, click browse, or press Ctrl+V to paste. You can add up to 50 files, each up to 100 MB.
Click Convert to BMP
There is nothing to adjust. Your images are converted in your browser.
Download your BMP files
Save each BMP, or use Download to get all converted images in one ZIP.
Tip: if your device or software needs a specific image size, resize your JPG first with Teasoft’s Image Resizer, then convert to BMP.
When Do You Actually Need a BMP File?
You probably need BMP when...
- A program's documentation or error message says it only accepts BMP.
- You are loading an image onto a device, display or piece of equipment that reads bitmaps.
- A project, assignment or tool requires a raw bitmap image.
- You are working with older Windows software that can't read JPG.
You probably don't need BMP when...
- You just want to share a picture. JPG is smaller and works almost everywhere.
- You want a lossless copy for editing. PNG is lossless and much smaller than BMP.
- You are uploading to a website or form that accepts JPG or PNG.
- You want to save storage space. BMP files are large.
Practical tips
- Check the exact requirements first (size, name and format) before converting.
- Convert a single test file and try it in your software before doing a big batch.
- Keep your original JPG files. They are smaller and easier to share later.
- If you later need smaller files again, use Teasoft's BMP to JPG tool.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert JPG to BMP?
Open Teasoft's JPG to BMP converter, add your JPG files, click Convert to BMP and download the results as individual files or a ZIP. There are no settings to change.
What is a BMP file?
BMP (bitmap) is an image format from Windows that stores pictures pixel by pixel, usually without compression. That makes it simple for software to read, but the files are very large.
Why is my BMP so much bigger than the JPG?
JPG compresses the image to save space, while BMP is usually uncompressed and stores every pixel in full. A much larger BMP is normal.
Does converting JPG to BMP improve quality?
No. The BMP looks the same as the JPG. It can't restore detail that JPG compression already removed, but it won't lose any more.
Why would I need a BMP file?
Some older programs, devices and technical projects only accept BMP. If your software or equipment requires it, converting is the answer. For everyday sharing, JPG or PNG is better.
Should I use BMP or PNG?
Use PNG unless something specifically requires BMP. PNG is lossless, supports transparency, and is far smaller than BMP.
Does BMP support transparency?
BMP rarely uses transparency, and JPG has none, so a BMP made from a JPG has a solid background.
Can I convert many JPG files at once?
Yes. Add up to 50 JPG files in one batch, each up to 100 MB, and download them all as a ZIP.
Can I change the size of the BMP?
This tool converts the format only. To change dimensions, resize the JPG first with Teasoft's Image Resizer, then convert it to BMP.
Are my images uploaded to a server?
No. Conversion happens in your browser, and your files are never uploaded.
Can I convert JPG to BMP on my phone?
Yes. The converter works in the browser on Android, iPhone, tablets and computers. You do not need to install an app.
Is the JPG to BMP converter free?
Yes. It is free, with no sign-up, no watermark and no hidden fees.
About Teasoft's JPG to BMP Converter
Teasoft's JPG to BMP Converter is a free browser-based tool that turns JPG and JPEG images into BMP bitmap files for older software, devices and technical projects. Add up to 50 images, convert them in one click and download the results one by one or as a ZIP.
It is made for people who run into a program or device that won't accept anything but BMP: office users with older tools, students and hobbyists working on technical projects, and anyone handling legacy equipment.
Conversion runs locally in your browser. Your images are not sent to a server, so they stay on your device from the moment you add them until you download the BMP files.