Image Format Converter

About

Convert Images Easily with a Right-Click!
Say goodbye to tricky image conversions! The Image Format Converter Chrome extension lets you transform images into your favorite formats—like PNG, JPG, WebP, SVG, AVIF, or GIF—right from your browser. Whether you’re grabbing an image from a webpage, your clipboard, or your computer, this tool makes it fast, simple, and fun.

Why You’ll Love It
Right-Click Magic: Spot an image online? Right-click it, choose "Mark for WebP conversion," and watch it light up with a green glow—ready to convert!
Thumbnail Picker: Click "Select Image from Site" in the popup to see thumbnails of all images on the page. Pick one, and it’s ready for conversion!
Drag, Drop, or Paste: Toss in an image file, paste a URL, or hit Ctrl+V to use a picture from your clipboard.
Pick Your Format: Switch between PNG, JPG, WebP, SVG, AVIF, or GIF with a single click.
See It First: Preview your image before converting, so you know exactly what you’re getting.
One-Click Download: Hit "Convert & Download" and save your new image instantly.
How to Use It
Install It:
Add the extension from the Chrome Web Store (or load it manually if you’ve got the files).
Look for the icon in your toolbar.
Grab an Image:
From a Website: Right-click any image and select "Mark for WebP conversion," or use "Select Image from Site" to browse thumbnails in the popup.
From Your Device: Drag an image into the popup or click to upload it.
From Clipboard or URL: Paste with Ctrl+V or type in an image link.
Convert It:
Choose your format (e.g., PNG, JPG) from the colorful chips.
Click "Convert & Download" to save your new file.
Enjoy!: Your converted image lands in your downloads folder, named with a handy timestamp.
Cool Features
Sleek Design: A clean popup with a drag-and-drop zone, thumbnail picker, and snappy buttons.
Instant Feedback: See the original format and get status updates like "Converting to PNG..." or "Done!"
Works Anywhere: Use it on any webpage or with your own files.
Good to Know
GIF conversion currently saves as PNG (we’re working on full GIF support!).
Some formats (like AVIF) depend on your browser version.
Complex images might simplify a bit when turned into SVG.
Get Started
Click "Add to Chrome" and start converting images today! Perfect for designers, meme makers, or anyone who needs the right format fast. Questions? Drop us a note—we’re here to help.
All conversions are performed locally in your browser, ensuring your images stay private and secure.
Version: 1.4
Updated: May 4, 2025


Version 1.5 (May 5, 2025):
- Updated version to meet Chrome Web Store requirements.
- Shortened manifest description to comply with 148-character limit.
- Fixed blob serialization issues by converting Blob to ArrayBuffer for storage in chrome.storage.local.
- Improved image fetching with <all_urls> permission to handle CORS restrictions.
- Added URL filtering in content.js to exclude images from CORS-restricted domains.
- Fixed issue where "Convert & Download" button remained disabled after selecting a thumbnail.
- All conversions are performed locally for maximum privacy.