Why image files are bigger than they need to be
Cameras, phones and screenshot tools often save images at settings tuned for archival quality, not for sharing — which leaves a lot of file size on the table for everyday use.
Whatever the reason — an upload limit, a slow connection, or just tidying up a folder — this page covers the fastest way to bring an image file size down without leaving your browser.
Cameras, phones and screenshot tools often save images at settings tuned for archival quality, not for sharing — which leaves a lot of file size on the table for everyday use.
Add the image, choose an output format and quality, then compare the new size against the original in the preview before downloading — the whole process happens locally in your browser.
For most photos, a moderate quality setting around 75-85 reduces the file size substantially while remaining visually close to the original at normal viewing sizes.