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Image DPI Converter (300 DPI)

The problem: The print shop sends your file back: “this image is 72 DPI, we need 300 DPI for print” — even though the pixels never changed.

How to use — quick guide

Upload your JPG to convert image to 300 dpi, check the target is set to 300 — the print standard — and download the same image with the new DPI written into its metadata. Hand that file to the print shop and it will pass their check without the pixels changing. It is free, no signup needed, and everything runs in your browser.

How to use it

  1. Upload your JPG.
  2. Set the DPI you need — 300 is the print standard.
  3. Download the JPG with the new DPI written into its metadata, ready for the print shop.

Frequently asked questions

Does changing DPI change quality?

DPI metadata alone does not add pixels — it tells the printer how large to print them. For a truly sharper print you also need enough pixels: at 300 DPI, a 10×15 cm print needs about 1181×1772 px.

What DPI do I need for print?

300 DPI is the standard for photos and documents. Large posters viewed from far away can use 150 DPI.

Why do screens say 72 DPI?

Screens ignore DPI entirely and just show pixels. The number only matters for print size.

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