FAQ
Image compressor FAQs
Answers about formats, quality, privacy, batch compression, Shopify, and browser support.
What is an image compressor?
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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?
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Yes. It is free, requires no account, and processes files only on your device.
Are images uploaded to Web6?
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No. Images are compressed entirely inside your browser. Web6 never uploads, stores, or views your files.
How do I compress a JPG?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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Yes. Set output format to WebP if your browser supports WebP encoding, then compress.
Can I convert PNG to AVIF?
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Yes when your browser supports AVIF encoding. If AVIF is unavailable, choose WebP or JPEG instead.
Does it work offline?
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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?
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Yes. Compress product and theme images before uploading to Shopify to improve storefront performance.
What formats are supported?
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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?
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Version 1 decodes the first frame via createImageBitmap. Animated GIF re-encoding is planned for a later version.
Is EXIF removed?
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Yes by default. Re-drawing on a canvas strips EXIF, GPS, camera, and author metadata from the output.
Can I resize images?
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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?
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Yes. Rotate 90/180/270 and flip horizontally or vertically before encoding.
What is the maximum file size?
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Each file may be up to 50 MB. Batches are limited to 100 images.
Why did my file get larger?
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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?
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No. Version 1 uses browser-native encoders for maximum privacy and performance without WASM encoder downloads.
Can I download a ZIP of all results?
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Yes. After compression, use Download ZIP. Entry names are sanitized to prevent ZIP slip.
Are SVG, PSD, RAW, HEIC supported?
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Not in version 1. Those formats are rejected with a clear message. HEIC is a version 2 idea.
Does compression improve SEO?
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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?
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Yes. Focus the upload area and paste an image from your clipboard.
Can I upload a folder?
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Yes. Use Upload folder where the browser supports directory selection.
Is there a quality slider?
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Yes in Custom mode (0–100). Presets map to High (~92), Balanced (~80), and Maximum (~60).
How do I compare before and after?
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Use side-by-side, slider, original-only, or compressed-only preview with fit / 100% / 200% / 400% zoom.
Are filenames saved on Web6 servers?
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No. Analytics may record that an action occurred, but never filenames, pixels, EXIF, or file contents.
Can I rename outputs?
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Yes. Keep original names, add a suffix/prefix, or use a pattern like image-{n}.
Will the UI freeze on large batches?
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Compression yields between files so the interface stays responsive. You can cancel a running batch.
Where should I place compressed images on a website?
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Use them in your CMS, Shopify files, or static assets. Prefer modern formats (WebP/AVIF) with JPEG/PNG fallbacks when needed.