Repair your WEBP Online

Do you have a WEBP image file that will not open or display correctly? If so, our free-to-use WEBP repair tool may be able to help. Our tool analyses the content of your WEBP image file and is able to determine if the file pixel data is valid. Our tool will let you know what is wrong with your WEBP file and attempt to fix it.

Or drag and drop your files here to upload.
A maximum of 20 files can be uploaded at once.

Please note: Your WEBP, once uploaded to our server, will be deleted 15 minutes after upload.
If our tool offers the option to repair your file, please ensure you download the repaired file within this time period.

How to Repair your WEBP Online?

Here are 3 simple steps to repair your WEBP using our fast and free repair tool.

Upload your WEBP

Click the "Select File" button, then select a WEBP file. The maximum file size is 100MB.

Analysis and Repair

Your WEBP file will be analysed, and our tool will attempt to repair your WEBP file if possible.

Repair or Convert your WEBP

Select an option to either repair or convert to receive your repaired WEBP file.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will the resolution and quality of the WEBP file be affected?

No. Our WEBP repair tool will not adjust the resolution or quality of the repaired image file.

Is it free to use the WEBP file repair tool?

Yes! Our WEBP repair tool is 100% free to use.

Are there any usage limits when repairing my WEBP file?

No, you can repair as many files as you wish. We do not have any limits when using our WEBP repair tool.

How long does it take to repair my WEBP?

We aim to process WEBP repairs as quickly as possible; this usually takes around 5 seconds; however, this may be longer depending on the file size and data needed to be repaired.

What does the WEBP repair process involve?

Once your WEBP has been selected, it will undergo some initial checks to verify that the file has some basic information. If the initial checks pass, we then upload the file to our servers for more detailed analysis.

Is it safe to repair my WEBP on FabConvert.com?

Yes, of course it is! Your WEBP, once repaired, is deleted 15 minutes after upload, and any download link will expire after this time.

Can I repair my WEBP on Windows, Linux, Android, iOS or Mac OS?

Yes! Our WEBP repair tool will run on any system with a modern web browser.

WEBP file format information

ExtensionWEBP
Full NameWebP
TypeImage
Mime Typeimage/webp
FormatBinary
Opens WithPaint.Net, Photoshop

A WebP file is a next-generation image file format designed for the web. It allows large and highly detailed photographic-quality images to be stored using a very small file size, making it an ideal format for use by websites where bandwidth comes at a premium.

It's aim is to replace other photographic formats, such as JPEG, by offering similar levels of compression and quality while offering a superior reduction in file size. As well as storing static images, the WEBP format can also store animations, making it a great alternative to the traditional animated GIF format.

As the WEBP format is still relatively new, support for it is best found in modern image editing applications or those that benefit from regular updates.

Repairing a WEBP File

WEBP Image File Header Data

The data contained within a WEBP image file is binary, and it is the first sequence of bytes within the file that contains the header data for the image, which contains information such as image width, height, color depth, palette, and other metadata.

Knowing how this header data is formed and what the header data should be for each individual file type allows our tool to not only ensure the file is using the correct file extension but also that all the expected pixel data is present and correct.

Pixel Color Depth and Palettes

Certain image file formats (oftentimes, but not always, older formats), such as WEBP, can store pixel data using a reduced number of bits per pixel. For regular full-color images, these are stored at 24-bits per pixel (1 byte per RGB channel, equating to roughly 16 million colors). Storing pixels using reduced bits per pixel can help reduce the final file size, and older legacy hardware was often limited by the color depth of their displays anyway, making this practice worthwhile.

Palettes are also commonplace, allowing a limited number of colors to be used from the full 16 million color space. The WEBP often does this to significantly reduce file size while retaining pixel and color detail. During the validation and repair process, our tool will not alter the pixel color depth or, if present, any palette used by the image.

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