Reduce a photo's file size by adjusting quality — pixel dimensions and DPI stay the same.
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JPG, PNG, or WebP · Up to 30MB · Processed locally, never uploaded
The best setting depends on whether the image is a final print file, a web preview, or a thumbnail. Start high for anything that may be printed, then reduce quality only until the file size meets your limit.
| Quality range | Best for | Tradeoff |
|---|---|---|
| 90–100% | Archival or print-sensitive images | Largest files, minimal visible loss |
| 80–90% | Photos that may still be printed | Good balance for most high-quality use |
| 70–80% | Website images and listing previews | Smaller files with some detail tradeoff |
| 50–70% | Thumbnails or low-bandwidth sharing | Artifacts may appear on gradients and edges |
| Below 50% | Only when file size is the priority | Not recommended for print |
Compressing changes the encoded file size, not the intended print dimensions. A 4000 × 3000 px image remains 4000 × 3000 px after compression. If the image needs to print at a specific physical size, confirm the pixel dimensions and DPI separately before making the final compressed file.
Compression re-encodes the image at a lower JPEG/WebP quality setting, which trades some fine detail for a smaller file. Pixel dimensions and DPI metadata are carried over unchanged.
If your print size is wrong, compression will not fix it. Check the file with the DPI Checker or resize it with the Image Resizer for Print before compressing the final export.
Lower quality settings reduce file size by discarding some fine detail. For most print use, 80–90% quality is visually close to the original; below that, artifacts can become visible, especially on large prints.
No — pixel dimensions and DPI metadata are preserved. Only the encoded file size and fine detail are affected.
Use 85–90% when the image may be printed, 75–85% for web pages and previews, and lower settings only when small file size matters more than fine detail.
No. PNG is usually lossless and better for graphics or transparent images. JPEG and WebP can reduce photos much more by using adjustable lossy compression.
Resize first if the image is physically too large for its use. Compress after resizing to reduce the final file size without carrying unnecessary pixels.
