Why compress your images?
- Sending by email: many email services reject attachments larger than 20 or 25 MB.
- Online forms: application and government websites often require files under 2 or 5 MB.
- Faster website: lighter images make pages load faster, which helps your Google ranking.
Tip: for a website, choose WebP with a width of 1920 px and 75% quality.
Frequently asked questions
How much smaller will my images get?
A phone photo often gets 60 to 90% smaller, especially if you also limit the width (1920 px is enough for a screen). The exact result depends on the image.
Are my images uploaded to a server?
No. Compression is done by your browser, on your device. No image is ever uploaded.
JPG or WebP: which should I choose?
WebP is smaller at the same quality and is perfect for a website. JPG is still the most compatible (email, printing, older software).
What happens to PNG images with transparency?
Choose WebP to keep the transparency. In JPG, transparent areas turn white.