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Image compressor

Image compressor

Compress your images to a smaller file size while keeping them sharp, and download in the ideal file format for your project.

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 To start creating, open Wixel from your desktop.

A photo of someone in a snowy landscape. There’s an overlay showing Wixel’s image compression options, with the 0.5x compression option highlighted.

Stunning images, shareable size

Wixel’s image compressor interface showing a colorful building and a dropdown to select compression level.

Shrink files effortlessly

Reduce the size of large photos in minutes. Simply upload, choose a compression level, then save your photo in the perfect size for storing, sharing on social media, or any other project you have in mind.

Pick a format that fits

Save your compressed image in the ideal format for your project—whether you need a JPG to send as an attachment, a PNG for transparent backgrounds in your designs, or a WebP file to load quickly online.

A photo of a chair being saved as a PNG to preserve the transparent background.
A photo of a man meditating outdoors. The image is being saved in the highest possible quality.

Go smaller, but stay sharp

When you reduce the file size with Wixel’s photo compressor, you can maintain the quality of your original image to balance size and sharpness, so your photos look great while taking up less space. 

See what else Wixel offers

Photo editor

Refine your AI-generated images with a photo editor that allows for quick touch-ups or full-on edits, ensuring your images look as polished and professional as you want.

Image converter

Whether you need to convert your images to JPG, PNG, or other formats, this tool makes compatibility seamless across multiple use cases. 

Image resizer

Easily resize your images to fit any platform or purpose. Our image resizer ensures your visuals maintain quality while adapting to different dimensions.

Background remover

Upload any photo and automatically remove the background image, replace it with a solid color, or generate a new one using AI. 

How to compress your images

1. Upload your image

Choose the file you want to compress. We support a variety of image formats. 

2. Sign in or create a Wixel account

To compress and save your image, you’ll need to log in or create a free Wixel account. 


3. Choose your image size

Select the level of compression you want for your image.

4. Choose the format and quality

Pick the file format and image quality you want for your photo.

5. Download your image

Click download to save your compressed image.

Screenshot of Wixel's editor showing a photo of a tent with a download menu indicating the option to save the photo at half its original size.

Follow these steps for fast image compression that keeps the quality of your photo intact. 

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FAQs

What is an image compressor?

An image compressor is a tool that allows you to reduce the file size of large photos while preserving their visual quality, making them easier to share and use on the web.

How do I use Wixel’s image compressor?

To use our online image compressor, simply upload your file, choose a smaller image size, set your preferred file format and quality, and download your image.

Does the image compressor compress images without losing quality?

Yes, when you compress a photo with Wixel you can balance the file size with your preferred image quality, so you can download a smaller file that’s still crisp and clear.

How much should I compress my image?

The ideal level of image compression depends on how you plan to use your image. A file size of around 100 to 300 KB usually ensures that your image looks great on websites and social media and still loads quickly. 


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We support most popular file types including: .jpg, .jpeg, .png, .heic, .heif, and .svg. Please also make sure your file size is 25MB or less.

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