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What is WebP?

Definition

WebP is a modern image format developed by Google that provides superior compression for both lossy and lossless images. WebP files are 25-35% smaller than equivalent JPEG/PNG files with comparable visual quality.

Why It Matters

WebP reduces page load times and bandwidth costs. It is supported by all modern browsers. Using WebP instead of JPEG/PNG is a quick performance win that improves Core Web Vitals and SEO rankings.

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