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Compress an image (reduce file size)

Reduce the file size of an image with a quality slider. Ideal for faster uploads, email attachments or website optimisation. Free and local.

Choose your image

Drop here or click to choose

Files stay on your device — nothing is uploaded

Your file is processed in your browser and never uploaded.

How does it work?

  1. 1

    Choose your image

    Drag a JPG, PNG or WebP here.

  2. 2

    Set the quality

    Slide to the desired balance between quality and file size.

  3. 3

    Download

    Download the compressed image.

Frequently asked questions

How much smaller will my image get?

That depends on the original image and chosen quality. For JPG photos at quality 80%, 60-85% smaller is often achievable without any visible difference on a screen. PNG files compress less aggressively.

What is the difference between quality levels?

High (80-100%): barely visible difference, small file reduction. Medium (50-79%): good compromise, recommended for websites and email. Low (below 50%): visible quality loss, but maximum file reduction.

Can I compress a PNG file?

Yes. PNG compression works losslessly at higher quality settings. For maximum PNG reduction without quality loss you can also use the convert tool to switch to WebP.

Will text in the image stay readable after compression?

Yes, at quality settings above 70-75% text in images remains clearly readable. Below 60%, small text may become blurrier.

Why is my photo so large when the resolution is not high?

File size depends not just on pixels, but also on the compression level when saving and EXIF metadata. A phone camera often saves at high quality to preserve maximum detail.

Is my image uploaded?

No. Everything happens in your own browser. Your image never leaves your device and is not stored anywhere.

Is it free?

Yes, completely free, without watermark or account. The site is paid for by ads.

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More reading

Compress an image for a website: tipsImages that are too large slow down your website.

Why in the browser?

PixRust runs entirely in your browser using the Canvas API and WebAssembly. Your image is never sent to a server — all processing happens locally on your device. This means your photos remain private by design, whether they are personal snapshots or confidential documents. There is no account required, no file size limit, and nothing is stored after you close the tab.

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