Compress and Resize Images for Free, without uploading to the cloud

Downscale Image is an easy-to-use online tool for shrinking photos and screenshots down to a smaller file size—whether you need a quick compression, an exact file size in KB, or full manual control over resolution and quality.

Smaller images load faster on websites, attach more easily to emails and forms, and take up less space on your device. Many upload forms even enforce a maximum file size, and this tool makes it simple to fit under the limit.

Drag the quality slider for a quick tradeoff, switch to an exact file-size target like 100 KB, or set a maximum width and height and crop the image yourself — all with a live before/after preview.

All image processing happens locally in your browser, so your images never leave your device—making Downscale Image a great option for privacy-conscious users working with personal photos or sensitive documents.

We also have a Compress Image Android app that lets you compress images on the go. Our app supports batch processing, so you can shrink multiple images at once effortlessly.

Shrinking an image with Downscale Image takes just a few clicks. Follow these steps to get the file size you need.

1. Upload your image
   Drag and drop an image, or select one or more from your phone or computer.

2. Adjust the settings
   Use the quality slider for a quick tradeoff, switch to an exact file-size target in KB, or set maximum width/height and crop the image yourself.

3. Preview the result
   The estimated file size updates instantly as you adjust the settings, so you can see the tradeoff before downloading.

4. Download your image
   Once you're happy with the result, download the compressed image (or all of them as a zip) directly to your device.

All processing happens locally in your browser—your images never leave your device, keeping your data private and secure.

Need to hit an exact file size, like under 100 KB for a form upload? Switch the compression control to File size and let the tool find the right settings automatically.

Need to compress images more often? Try our Compress Image Android app for quick compression and batch processing on the go.