under2MB.co.uk
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Compress any image under 2MB

Many online services, email providers, and government portals limit uploads to 2MB. Drop your images here and they'll be compressed to fit — automatically.

Processed locally on your device — nothing uploaded

Drop your images here

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Supports JPEG, PNG, WebP, GIF, BMP

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

Why do I need to compress images under 2MB?

Many online services, email providers, and government portals have file size limits. Common examples include HMRC submissions, Rightmove listings, job application forms, and email attachments. Our tool automatically compresses your images to fit within the 2MB limit while maintaining the best possible quality.

Is my image uploaded to a server?

No. All compression happens directly in your web browser using your device's processing power. Your images never leave your computer. This makes it the most private way to compress images online.

What image formats are supported?

We support JPEG, PNG, WebP, GIF, and BMP images. The compressed output is in JPEG or WebP format for optimal file size reduction. If your image has transparency (PNG), it will be placed on a white background.

Will I lose image quality?

Our compression algorithm uses binary search to find the optimal quality level that keeps your image under 2MB while preserving as much detail as possible. For most images, the difference is virtually imperceptible.