Compress image files

Make JPG, PNG and WebP images smaller right in your browser. Choose a quality level, optionally resize large photos, and download lighter copies without uploading anything.

Runs on your device — nothing is uploaded

Image compressor

Drop your images here or click to browse — JPG, PNG, WebP, as many as you like

Lower means smaller files. 75-85 is a good everyday range.

JPG is best for photos. WebP can be smaller. PNG keeps sharp graphics.

Use 0 to keep original dimensions. Try 2000 for large phone photos.

Filename

Compressed files get a clean suffix before download.

Private by design. Images are processed in this browser tab and never sent anywhere.

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How it works

Three steps

  1. Add your images

    Drag photos onto the box above or click to choose them from your device.

  2. Choose compression

    Pick a quality level, output format and optional maximum size for large images.

  3. Download smaller files

    Your browser creates compressed copies and gives them back as downloads.

About image compression

Why compress images?

Photos from modern phones and cameras can be several megabytes each. That is fine for archiving, but it can be annoying when a website has an upload limit, an email attachment is too large, or a page takes too long to load. Compressing an image makes a smaller copy that is easier to share and upload.

What happens to image quality?

JPG and WebP compression reduce file size by removing details that are hard to notice. At high quality settings, the image usually looks the same on screen while taking much less space. If you push the quality too low, edges and gradients can start to look rough, so it is worth testing a few settings.

Which output format should I choose?

Use JPG for regular photos and the widest compatibility. Use WebP when you want very small files for websites and modern apps. Use PNG for screenshots, logos or graphics with sharp edges, though PNG often will not shrink photos as much as JPG or WebP.

Why nothing is uploaded

Most online image compressors upload your photo to a server, process it there and send the result back. This tool works differently: the image is opened by your browser, compressed using your device's own processing power, and handed back as a download. LocalFiles does not receive the image you choose.

Questions

Frequently asked

How does image compression work?
This tool opens the image in your browser, redraws it at the selected quality and saves a smaller copy. Your original file is not changed.
Will compressing an image reduce quality?
Usually a little. JPG and WebP compression trade a small amount of image detail for a much smaller file. A quality setting around 75 to 85 is often a good balance.
Can I compress several images at once?
Yes. You can drop in multiple images and the browser will process them one after another on your own device.
Are my images uploaded anywhere?
No. The image is read, compressed and downloaded inside your browser. It is not sent to LocalFiles or to a conversion server.

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