Why image compression matters
Large photos slow down pages, consume storage and can be difficult to upload to forms. Image compression reduces the file size while trying to preserve the visual detail that matters.
How to compress an image
- Open the Compress Image tool.
- Select a JPG, PNG or WEBP image supported by the tool.
- Choose an appropriate quality level. Start higher when visual quality is important and reduce it when the file must meet a strict size limit.
- Download the result and compare it with the original before publishing.
JPG or PNG?
JPG is usually efficient for photographs. PNG is useful when transparency or sharp graphic edges matter. WEBP can provide efficient web delivery when your destination supports it.
Tips for smaller files
Resize oversized images before compression, remove unnecessary metadata when appropriate, and avoid repeatedly recompressing the same JPG. For a website, also provide an appropriately sized image instead of uploading a camera-original photo.
See the PhotoReduce User Guide for general processing and privacy tips.