PDFConvertersOnline.comHow to convert PDF to JPG
- Choose a PDF file or drop it onto the blue box.
- Pick the resolution, the JPG quality and which pages you want.
- Convert, then download single pages or all of them as a ZIP.
When a JPG is more useful than a PDF
A PDF is ideal for reading and printing, but plenty of places only take pictures. Social networks, chat apps, website builders, online marketplaces and many upload forms accept JPG and nothing else. Presentation and word-processing software also handle a picture more easily than a PDF page. Converting a flyer, a menu, a certificate or a single slide to JPG lets you post it, preview it in a message or drop it into a document like any photo.
JPG is the right choice when the page contains photos or colorful designs and you want a small file. If the page is mostly text, line art or a chart and you need razor-sharp edges, PDF to PNG is the better option.
Picking a resolution
PDF pages are measured in inches, not pixels, so the resolution (dots per inch) decides how many pixels each image gets. The tool shows the exact size of page 1 before you convert.
| Setting | A4 page becomes | US Letter page becomes | Use it for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Screen, 72 dpi | 595 × 842 px | 612 × 792 px | Quick previews, thumbnails, chat messages |
| Standard, 150 dpi | 1240 × 1754 px | 1275 × 1650 px | Reading on screen, social posts, websites |
| High, 300 dpi | 2480 × 3508 px | 2550 × 3300 px | Printing, zooming into small text |
Higher resolution means larger files and more work for your device. For a 100-page document at 300 dpi, expect the conversion to take a while, particularly on a phone.
The quality slider
JPG shrinks files by discarding detail the eye barely notices. The quality slider controls how much. At 90 percent (the default), pages look clean and files stay moderate. Lower values make much smaller files but can add smudges around letters. If you need an image under a specific size for an upload form, convert first and then use Compress JPEG on the result.
Only some pages
Choose Only these and type page numbers such as 1-3, 7. That's handy when you need just the cover of a brochure or one page of a long contract. Each image is named after the PDF and its page, for example report-page-7.jpg, so the files stay in order in any folder. One page downloads as a single JPG; several pages can be saved one by one or together in a ZIP file.
Limits worth knowing
- Everything is rendered in your browser, so the output shows fonts and graphics as your browser's PDF engine draws them. Rare fonts in unusual PDFs can look slightly different.
- Password-protected PDFs must be unlocked first with Unlock PDF.
- Extremely large pages (posters, engineering drawings) may be scaled down a little so they fit into your device's memory. The tool tells you when this happens.
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Frequently asked questions
Is my PDF uploaded to convert it?
No. The pages are drawn and saved as JPG by your own browser. The PDF never leaves your device.
Which resolution should I choose?
150 dpi is a good default for screens and sharing. Pick 300 dpi if you'll print the images or need to zoom into small text, and 72 dpi for tiny previews.
Can I convert only one page?
Yes. Choose Only these and type the page number. You'll get that single page as a JPG.
Why does the text look a bit soft?
JPG compression softens sharp edges slightly. Raise the quality or the resolution, or use PDF to PNG for text-heavy pages.
Does it work on a phone?
Yes. It works in Safari and Chrome on phones. For long documents at 300 dpi, convert in smaller page ranges so the phone doesn't run out of memory.