Are my images uploaded to a server?

No. ImagePal compresses every image directly in your browser using modern Web APIs. Your files never leave your device.

Which image formats can I compress?

JPEG, PNG, and WebP. For best results on photos, use JPEG; for graphics with transparency, use PNG or WebP.

How much can I shrink a file?

Most JPEG and PNG photos compress by 40–80% at the default quality setting of 75 with no visible difference.

Does compression reduce image quality?

Yes, slightly — compression is a trade-off between size and fidelity. Our default (75) is a well-balanced sweet spot. Use the live before/after slider to pick the setting you like.

Is there a file size or count limit?

You can compress up to 20 images per session, with each file capped at 50 MB to avoid running into browser memory limits.

Free Online Image Compressor

Compress JPEG, PNG, and WebP images in your browser. Shrink file size by up to 80% while keeping visual quality high — ideal for faster websites, smaller email attachments, and reduced storage. No uploads, no sign-up, 100% free.

Drag & drop images here, or browse

Up to 20 files • Max 50 MB each

Compression Settings

Quality75%

How to compress an image

1
Upload your image
Drag and drop your image into the upload area, or click to browse.
2
Choose a quality setting
Use the quality slider (1–100). 75 is a good default balancing size and fidelity.
3
Compress
Click Compress. All processing runs locally in your browser.
4
Download
Download the compressed image individually or grab all results in one click.

Compression FAQ

Are my images uploaded to a server?: No. ImagePal compresses every image directly in your browser using modern Web APIs. Your files never leave your device.
Which image formats can I compress?: JPEG, PNG, and WebP. For best results on photos, use JPEG; for graphics with transparency, use PNG or WebP.
How much can I shrink a file?: Most JPEG and PNG photos compress by 40–80% at the default quality setting of 75 with no visible difference.
Does compression reduce image quality?: Yes, slightly — compression is a trade-off between size and fidelity. Our default (75) is a well-balanced sweet spot. Use the live before/after slider to pick the setting you like.
Is there a file size or count limit?: You can compress up to 20 images per session, with each file capped at 50 MB to avoid running into browser memory limits.

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