Convert AVIF to JPG Without Photoshop — 3 Free Methods

Photoshop can open AVIF files (with a plugin or on newer versions), but it costs $20–55/month. For a simple AVIF to JPG conversion, that's not a reasonable requirement. Here are three free methods that work without it.

Method 1: Free Browser Converter (Any Device)

The fastest path on any computer or phone:

1. Open the free AVIF to JPG converter on this page in Chrome, Safari, Firefox, or Edge
2. Add your AVIF file(s)
3. Hit Convert, download JPG

No install, no account, no cost. Works in 30 seconds. This is the right method for 90% of AVIF-to-JPG conversions.

Method 2: Preview on Mac (macOS Ventura+)

If you're on a Mac running macOS Ventura or later:

1. Open the AVIF file in Preview (double-click)
2. File > Export
3. Select JPEG format, set quality to 90%+
4. Save

Preview is free, built into macOS, and requires no internet. On older Macs (pre-Ventura), Preview doesn't support AVIF — use the browser method instead.

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Method 3: GIMP (Free Photoshop Alternative)

GIMP is a free, open-source image editor that supports AVIF on recent versions (2.10.34+ with the AVIF plugin):

1. Download and install GIMP (free at gimp.org)
2. Install the AVIF plugin (may require separate download depending on OS)
3. File > Open your AVIF
4. File > Export As > select JPEG, set quality

GIMP is powerful but heavyweight for a simple conversion. It makes more sense if you also need to edit the image, not just convert it.

GIMP vs Browser Converter: Which to Use?

Just converting AVIF to JPG? Use the browser converter — it takes 30 seconds with no install. Need to edit the image (crop, adjust color, retouch) before converting? GIMP is the right tool.

GIMP's AVIF support requires a plugin that isn't always simple to install. The browser converter requires nothing and works on the first try.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Photoshop even support AVIF?

Yes, recent versions of Photoshop (2022+) support AVIF natively. Older versions need the Camera Raw plugin or an AVIF plugin. But for a simple conversion, free tools do the same job.

Can I use Paint on Windows to convert AVIF to JPG?

Only on fully updated Windows 11 with the AV1 extension from the Microsoft Store. On most Windows setups, Paint won't open AVIF files. The browser converter works on all Windows versions.

Is GIMP better than the browser converter for quality?

For quality purposes, they are equivalent at the same quality setting. GIMP exports JPEG at up to 100% quality. The browser converter's default 90% matches what most professionals use.