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Compress image to 500KB

Create lightweight image files for email attachments, CMS uploads, and faster sharing on slower networks.

Processed locally on your device — nothing uploaded

Drop your images here

or click to browse

Supports JPEG, PNG, WebP, GIF, BMP

Why 500KB is a practical upload target

Uploads often fail because a file may be acceptable in one system but too large for another in the same workflow. You might attach an image to email successfully, then fail when submitting that same file to a CRM, support desk, or form builder. Many tools show only generic errors, so the real size issue is easy to miss.

Typical limits vary, but 500KB is a practical target for web forms, profile images, CMS media fields, and routine email attachments where speed matters. It keeps pages lighter and reduces transfer time on mobile connections. Large camera photos can be several megabytes, so reducing them to about 500KB improves compatibility across platforms.

Compression helps by removing extra data that does not materially improve how the image looks on screen. The result is faster uploads, smaller attachments, and less friction for recipients. Privacy remains intact because this tool processes files locally in your browser. Nothing is uploaded, nothing is stored remotely, and your image stays under your control.

How it works

01

Drop your images

Drag and drop or click to select the images you want to compress.

02

Automatic compression

Your images are compressed instantly with optimised settings for this use case.

03

Download

Save compressed images individually or as a single ZIP file.

Frequently asked questions

Is 500KB good for email attachments?

Yes. Around 500KB per image is usually a strong balance between visible quality and fast delivery across Gmail, Outlook, and mobile clients.

Will 500KB images still look sharp on websites?

In most cases yes, especially for content images viewed on standard screen sizes. The tool keeps useful detail while reducing unnecessary bytes.

Can I use this for blog images?

Absolutely. Smaller images help page speed and user experience, which is useful for both visitors and search performance.

Where are my files processed?

All processing happens in your browser on your own device, with no server upload and no remote file storage.