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.
Drop your images or PDFs here
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Supports JPEG, PNG, WebP, GIF, BMP, HEIC, PDF
The 2MB limit on the web
A 2MB file size limit is one of the most common restrictions you will encounter across the web. Whether you are uploading a CV to a job board, submitting identification for account verification, or attaching an image to a support ticket, you are likely to hit this exact cap.
Modern cameras and smartphones prioritize capturing maximum detail, resulting in JPEG and HEIC files that often exceed 5MB. When you try to upload these directly, the system will reject them, often with a vague error message that doesn't explain how to fix the problem.
Our 2MB compressor takes the guesswork out of the process. It automatically scales down the dimensions and adjusts the quality until the file safely fits under the 2MB threshold. Because this happens instantly within your browser, your files are never uploaded to any server, guaranteeing your privacy.
How it works
Drop your images
Drag and drop or click to select the images you want to compress.
Automatic compression
Your images are compressed instantly with optimised settings for this use case.
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.