Compress

Reduce file size. Keep the file type.

Compress JPEG, PNG, WebP, and AVIF images by choosing how much smaller you need them. Each eligible result keeps its source file type, so this workflow stays focused on file size.

A city street at night
Source JPEGOriginal stays unchanged
The same city photograph after compression
Compressed JPEGSize shown after processing

Image quality

Choose settings after adding your images.

Much smallerQuality 75

Lower settings usually create smaller files.

Make files smaller

How it works

Configure the batch you need.

Choose how much smaller every included JPEG, PNG, WebP, or AVIF image should be. Each result keeps its source file type, and completed sizes are measured after encoding. Background removal can be added here too.

01

Choose images

Add JPEG, PNG, WebP, or AVIF files. Each one keeps its own file type.

02

Choose how much smaller

Pick one level for the batch, or set an exact quality yourself.

03

Compare the result

See the measured size, preview the image, and download one result or the completed batch.

Good to know

Understand the result before you start.

PNG is compressed by reducing the number of colours it uses, so screenshots, logos and flat graphics shrink the most.

  • File sizeSavings depend on the image and source encoding. Completed sizes are measured.
  • File typeJPEG stays JPEG, PNG stays PNG, WebP stays WebP, and AVIF stays AVIF.
  • Image qualityLower quality can reduce size further but may remove visible detail.
  • Original fileThe source remains unchanged while you review the result.

Built for one image or a full batch.

Every accepted image starts selected. Process the full group or adjust the selection first. The default limit is 100 images at up to 50 MB each. Advanced settings can raise the batch limit to 500. Unusually large images may be declined when their pixel dimensions exceed what the browser can safely process.

SELECT

Choose exactly what changes

Selection and preview stay independent.

CHECK

See eligibility before starting

Unsupported items remain visible with a clear explanation.

DOWNLOAD

Keep results organized

Download one result at a time or download completed batches as ZIP files.

Private compression on your device.

Your source images and finished files stay in your browser. No image upload is required for compression.

Questions

Helpful answers.

Which files can I compress?

Compression supports JPEG, PNG, WebP, and AVIF when the required browser codec is available.

How are PNG files compressed?

By reducing the number of colours in the image, which keeps the PNG file type and any transparency. Photographs may show banding, so WebP or AVIF can suit them better.

Will every result be smaller?

No. A source may already be efficiently encoded. Image Shed measures the result and reports it honestly.

Does compression change the file type?

Almost never. Each result keeps its source file type, with one exception: removing the background from a JPEG saves it as WebP, because JPEG cannot store transparency.

Can I compress a batch?

Yes. Start with up to 100 images at 50 MB per file. Advanced settings can raise the limit to 500.

Ready to work on your images?

Add one image or a batch, then choose exactly what should change.

Choose images