Which web browsers natively support WebP?

Certainly! Here's a more professional breakdown of web browser support for the WebP image format:

WebP Image Format Compatibility

The WebP image format offers significant advantages in terms of file size and image quality. Here's a comprehensive overview of native WebP support in popular web browsers:

• Fully Supported Browsers:
  • Google Chrome: Desktop and Android versions 17 and above.
  • Microsoft Edge: Chromium-based versions 18 and above.
  • Firefox: Versions 65 and above.
  • Opera: Desktop versions 11.10 and above, Android versions 25 and above.
  • Safari: Versions 14 and above (compatible with iOS 14+, macOS Big Sur+).
  • Android Native Browser: Versions 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) and above.
• Partially Supported Browsers (Limited Versions):
  • Microsoft Edge: EdgeHTML-based versions (12-17) might require platform extensions for WebP support.
  • Samsung Internet: Limited support might exist in versions 24 and below.
• Browsers Without Native WebP Support:
  • Internet Explorer: All versions.
  • KaiOS Browser: Version 2.5 (and possibly others).

Recommendations:

To ensure optimal image display across a broad user base, consider the following strategies:

• Serve both WebP and fallback formats (JPEG or PNG): This ensures compatibility with older browsers that lack native WebP support.
• Utilize browser detection scripts: These scripts can dynamically serve the appropriate image format based on the user's browser capabilities.
• Monitor browser support trends: As WebP adoption continues to grow, the need for fallback formats might diminish over time.

Additional Resources:

• Can I Use... WebP image format: https://caniuse.com/?search=webp
• The State of WebP Browser Support: https://www.keycdn.com/blog/webp-caching

By understanding web browser compatibility and implementing appropriate strategies, you can ensure your website delivers a high-quality user experience with optimized image loading times.