Free Online Tool

Image Format Detector — Free & Private

Identify the true format of any image file by reading its binary signature — catch mislabeled JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF, BMP and more.

About the Image Format Detector

The Image Format Detector is a free, browser-based tool from Quenavo. Identify the true format of any image file by reading its binary signature — catch mislabeled JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF, BMP and more. Everything happens locally in your browser: the file you choose is read by JavaScript on your own device, processed in memory, and handed straight back to you — nothing is ever uploaded to a server.

Because Quenavo runs entirely in your browser, the image format detector works the same on Windows, macOS, Linux, ChromeOS, Android, and iOS. There is nothing to install, no account to create, and no watermark on your results. Enable JavaScript to use the tool interactively.

Key Features

  • 100% free, forever: no subscriptions, trials, or paywalls — every feature of the Image Format Detector is available to everyone at no cost.
  • Private by design: files are processed with in-browser JavaScript and are never uploaded, stored, or logged.
  • Instant processing: modern browser APIs handle your file in seconds, with no server round-trips or upload queues.
  • No installation: the Image Format Detector is always ready in a browser tab — no downloads, licenses, or updates.
  • Works everywhere: a mobile-first interface that works on phones, tablets, laptops, and desktops.
  • No limits or watermarks: process as many files as you like; your results are clean and yours alone.

How to Use the Image Format Detector

  1. Open the Image Format Detector — it loads in under a second, with no sign-up required.
  2. Add your file by dragging it into the upload area or clicking to browse your device.
  3. Adjust the available options to match exactly what you need, with a live preview where supported.
  4. Run the tool and download your result with one click — then process another, with no limits.

Your Privacy Comes First

Quenavo was built around one principle: your files are your business. The Image Format Detector processes everything with client-side JavaScript inside your browser. Your files are never uploaded, never stored on a server, and never seen by anyone — including us. When you close the tab, nothing remains anywhere except the file you downloaded. Read more in our Privacy Policy.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Image Format Detector really free?
Yes — completely. The Image Format Detector is free with no hidden fees, no sign-up requirement, no watermarks, and no daily usage limits.
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. This tool runs entirely inside your web browser using modern JavaScript. Your files are processed locally on your own device and are never transmitted to Quenavo or any third party.
Do I need to install any software?
No installation is required. The Image Format Detector works in any modern browser — Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari — on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS.
Can I use the Image Format Detector on my phone?
Absolutely. The interface is mobile-first and touch-friendly, so the Image Format Detector works smoothly on smartphones and tablets as well as on desktop computers.