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How to Compress Image Size Online
Our free online tool makes it easy to compress image size and reduce file size. Simply upload your image above, choose your compression level, and click reduce. No signup required, no watermarks, completely free.
Why Reduce Image File Size?
- Faster Website Performance: Smaller images load faster, improving page speed and user experience. Google rewards faster websites with better search rankings.
- Lower Bandwidth Costs: Compressed images use less bandwidth, reducing hosting costs and mobile data usage.
- Email Compatibility: Many email services limit attachment sizes. Compressed images are easier to send via email.
- Social Media Optimization: Smaller images upload faster to social media platforms and use less storage.
- Mobile Performance: Compressed images improve mobile page load times, crucial for mobile SEO and user experience.
How Much Can You Reduce Image Size?
- High Quality (90): Reduce file size by 20-40% while maintaining excellent quality
- Balanced (85): Reduce file size by 40-60% with minimal quality loss (recommended)
- More Compression (75): Reduce file size by 60-75% for web use
- Maximum Compression (60): Reduce file size by 70-85% for maximum size reduction
Step-by-Step Guide
- Upload Your Image: Click the upload area above or drag and drop your image file.
- Choose Output Format: Select JPG for best compression, WEBP for modern web, or PNG to keep original format.
- Select Compression Level: Choose Balanced (85) for best results, or adjust based on your needs.
- Reduce Size: Click "Reduce Image Size" and wait a few seconds for processing.
- Download: Preview your result, see the file size reduction percentage, and download the compressed image.
Tips for Maximum Size Reduction
- Use JPG format for photographs - it offers the best compression ratios
- Use WEBP format for modern websites - it provides excellent compression
- Start with Balanced (85) quality - it provides the best balance
- For maximum reduction, use 60-75 quality settings
- Compare original and compressed images to ensure quality meets your needs
- For web use, 75-85 quality is usually sufficient
Frequently Asked Questions
How much can I reduce image file size?
Typically, you can reduce file size by 40-75% depending on the compression level. Some images can be compressed by up to 85% with maximum compression settings.
Will reducing file size affect image quality?
Compression does reduce quality slightly, but at Balanced (85) setting, the difference is usually imperceptible while achieving significant size reduction.
Is this tool free to use?
Yes, our tool is completely free with no signup required and no watermarks.
What's the best format for size reduction?
JPG offers the best compression for photographs. WEBP provides excellent compression for modern web use with better quality-to-size ratios.
Can I compress multiple images at once?
For single image compression, use this tool. For bulk compression, check out our bulk image resizer.
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- Bulk Image Resizer - Resize and compress multiple images
- Convert Image Format - Change formats for better compression