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Compress JPG, PNG, WebP and AVIF images instantly in your browser. Fast, private and free — no uploads, no registration.

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Image compression guide

How browser image compression works

Images are decoded with createImageBitmap, optionally resized and transformed on a canvas (or OffscreenCanvas), then encoded with the browser’s native JPEG, PNG, WebP, or AVIF encoder. Nothing is sent to Web6 servers.

Benefits of compressing images for the web

Smaller assets load faster on mobile networks, reduce bandwidth costs, and improve perceived performance. Pair compression with correct dimensions and modern formats for best results.

JPG, PNG, WebP, and AVIF

JPEG suits photographs. PNG suits graphics with sharp edges or transparency. WebP and AVIF often shrink photos further when the browser supports encoding. Availability varies by browser.

Private by design

Your images never leave the device. Preferences may be stored locally; image binaries are not written to localStorage. Clear preferences anytime from the tool panel.

FAQ

Image compressor FAQs

Answers about formats, quality, privacy, batch compression, Shopify, and browser support.

What is an image compressor?

An image compressor reduces file size so pages load faster. This Web6 tool re-encodes images in your browser using canvas and native encoders.

Is this image compressor free?

Yes. It is free, requires no account, and processes files only on your device.

Are images uploaded to Web6?

No. Images are compressed entirely inside your browser. Web6 never uploads, stores, or views your files.

How do I compress a JPG?

Drop or browse a JPG, choose High quality / Balanced / Maximum / Custom, then click Compress all and download the result.

How do I compress a PNG?

Upload a PNG, optionally convert to WebP or AVIF for smaller photos, or keep PNG with optional lossless preference, then compress and download.

Can I compress without losing quality?

Lossless is limited. PNG can prefer lossless encoding. Lossy JPEG/WebP/AVIF trade some quality for smaller size. Use High quality mode when fidelity matters.

Can I compress multiple images?

Yes. Upload up to 100 images (50 MB each), compress the batch, and download individually or as a ZIP.

Can I convert JPG to WebP?

Yes. Set output format to WebP if your browser supports WebP encoding, then compress.

Can I convert PNG to AVIF?

Yes when your browser supports AVIF encoding. If AVIF is unavailable, choose WebP or JPEG instead.

Does it work offline?

After the page loads, compression runs locally. A network connection is not required to process images already on the page.

Can I compress images for Shopify?

Yes. Compress product and theme images before uploading to Shopify to improve storefront performance.

What formats are supported?

Input: JPG, JPEG, PNG, WebP, AVIF, and GIF (first frame). Output: JPEG, PNG, WebP, AVIF (browser permitting), or keep original.

Why is GIF first-frame only?

Version 1 decodes the first frame via createImageBitmap. Animated GIF re-encoding is planned for a later version.

Is EXIF removed?

Yes by default. Re-drawing on a canvas strips EXIF, GPS, camera, and author metadata from the output.

Can I resize images?

Yes. Resize by width, height, longest edge, shortest edge, or exact box. Aspect ratio and never-upscale options are available.

Can I rotate or flip images?

Yes. Rotate 90/180/270 and flip horizontally or vertically before encoding.

What is the maximum file size?

Each file may be up to 50 MB. Batches are limited to 100 images.

Why did my file get larger?

Re-encoding can increase size for already-optimized images. Try a lower quality, WebP/AVIF, or keep the original when the tool cannot shrink further.

Do you use MozJPEG?

No. Version 1 uses browser-native encoders for maximum privacy and performance without WASM encoder downloads.

Can I download a ZIP of all results?

Yes. After compression, use Download ZIP. Entry names are sanitized to prevent ZIP slip.

Are SVG, PSD, RAW, HEIC supported?

Not in version 1. Those formats are rejected with a clear message. HEIC is a version 2 idea.

Does compression improve SEO?

Smaller images help page speed, which can support better user experience and Core Web Vitals. Compression alone does not guarantee higher rankings.

Can I paste from the clipboard?

Yes. Focus the upload area and paste an image from your clipboard.

Can I upload a folder?

Yes. Use Upload folder where the browser supports directory selection.

Is there a quality slider?

Yes in Custom mode (0–100). Presets map to High (~92), Balanced (~80), and Maximum (~60).

How do I compare before and after?

Use side-by-side, slider, original-only, or compressed-only preview with fit / 100% / 200% / 400% zoom.

Are filenames saved on Web6 servers?

No. Analytics may record that an action occurred, but never filenames, pixels, EXIF, or file contents.

Can I rename outputs?

Yes. Keep original names, add a suffix/prefix, or use a pattern like image-{n}.

Will the UI freeze on large batches?

Compression yields between files so the interface stays responsive. You can cancel a running batch.

Where should I place compressed images on a website?

Use them in your CMS, Shopify files, or static assets. Prefer modern formats (WebP/AVIF) with JPEG/PNG fallbacks when needed.

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