How to Open a WebP File on Windows and Mac

Why Can’t I Open This WebP File?

If you downloaded a WebP image from the internet and can’t open it, you’re not alone. While modern browsers display WebP images natively, some desktop applications — particularly older versions — don’t support the format yet.

Here’s how to open WebP files on every major platform.

Opening WebP on Windows 10 and Windows 11

Method 1: Use a Web Browser (Easiest)

Every modern browser — Chrome, Edge, Firefox — opens WebP images natively.

Right-click the WebP file
Select Open with → Google Chrome (or Microsoft Edge)
The image opens instantly in your browser

Method 2: Windows Photos App

Windows 10 (version 1809 and later) and Windows 11 can open WebP files with the built-in Photos app.

Right-click the WebP file → Open with → Photos
If it doesn’t work, install the free WebP Image Extensions from the Microsoft Store
After installing, Photos (and other Windows apps) will open WebP files

Method 3: Paint / Paint 3D

On Windows 11, Paint supports WebP. On Windows 10, you may need the WebP Image Extensions from the Microsoft Store first.

Opening WebP on macOS

Method 1: Preview (macOS Ventura and Later)

macOS Ventura (13.0, released 2022) and later versions support WebP natively in Preview.

Double-click the WebP file — it should open in Preview automatically
From Preview, you can export to JPEG or PNG via File → Export

Method 2: Safari

Safari on macOS has supported WebP since Safari 14 (2020).

Right-click the file → Open With → Safari
The image displays in the browser window

Method 3: Use Quick Look

Press Space while the WebP file is selected in Finder. Quick Look will display it on macOS Monterey and later.

Opening WebP in Photoshop

Photoshop (2023 and later) supports WebP natively. If you have an older version:

Check for updates in Help → Updates
Or install the free WebPShop plugin from Google

Convert WebP to PNG or JPEG (No Software Needed)

If you just need the image in a format that works with your software, the easiest solution is to convert it:

Go to Imgora — WebP to PNG converter
Drop your WebP file into the converter
Click Convert Images
Download the PNG or JPEG — done

The conversion runs entirely in your browser. Nothing is uploaded. It’s free and instant.

Opening WebP on Mobile

iPhone / iPad: Photos app on iOS 14 and later opens WebP natively.

Android: Google Photos and the default Gallery app on Android support WebP. You can also open WebP files directly in Chrome.